Former Margate firefighter Thomas Sher, 50, of Northfield, New Jersey, was sentenced on July 12, 2023, to 96 months (8 years) in prison for his involvement in a multimillion-dollar health care fraud conspiracy.

Scheme Overview:

• Recruitment and Execution: Sher participated in a scheme where state and local government employees were recruited and compensated to receive medically unnecessary compounded prescription medications. He and his co-conspirators recruited nearly 70 individuals, leading to payments of over $7 million for these unnecessary prescriptions. Sher personally received approximately $115,000 from the scheme. ​
• Obstruction of Justice: During trial proceedings, Sher was found to have lied under oath and attempted to tamper with witnesses, leading to additional charges of obstructing justice.

Legal Proceedings:

• Sentencing Details: In addition to his prison sentence, Sher was ordered to pay $2.77 million in restitution and $327,897 in forfeiture, corresponding to the funds he personally received from the fraudulent activities.

This case highlights the extensive nature of the fraud, with 50 individuals charged and 46 pleading guilty or being convicted. It underscores the commitment of law enforcement agencies to address fraudulent activities within health care programs. ​

Please note that legal proceedings are ongoing, and details may evolve as new information emerges.