Region’s US Attorney plays central role in national fraud case Evan Jones May 8, 2012 1 minute read Abbott Laboratories will pay $1.5 billion in penalties to settle a health care fraud case prosecuted in western Virginia. As WFIR’s Evan Jones reports, the region’s top federal prosecutor played a central role in the case. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/05-08-Abbott-Labs-Wrap1-WEB.mp3|titles=05-08 Abbott Labs Wrap1-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Goodwill holding appraisal event this Friday with familiar faceNext: Explore Park on the rebound, but it is gradual Related Stories Opera Roanoke presents Hansel and Gretel, Dr. Pepper Park expects banner year, celebrate Nowruz this Saturday Gene Marrano March 25, 2026 0 Lishy’s Gift carries on in her memory by bringing comfort to other young adults battling cancer Gene Marrano March 25, 2026 0 Daisy Art Parade, there’s still time to become a participant or volunteer Denise Membreno March 24, 2026 0