Pharmacist Accused of Swapping Opioids for Water | Roanoke News

A Virginia pharmacist, Joshua Joseph Walden, 52, faces serious federal charges for allegedly swapping opioid prescriptions with water and stealing controlled substances from Jefferson Pharmacy over a year and a half. The indictment, unsealed by a federal grand jury, accuses him of tampering with medications including hydromorphone and amphetamines — actions prosecutors say were done with reckless disregard for public safety. Authorities including the DEA and Virginia State Police are investigating, as this case underscores the critical need for trust and integrity in healthcare. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/85561d4246c3688c