Shannon Nicole Womack, a 39-year-old woman, is accused of using fraudulent documents and at least 10 different aliases to secure nursing positions across multiple healthcare facilities in Pennsylvania. This criminal case has drawn significant attention from various law enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies, as it poses a serious threat to patient safety and the integrity of the nursing profession.
According to the information obtained by Fox News Digital, Womack has been charged with forgery, identity theft, procurement fraud, unlawful use of a computer, theft by unlawful taking, and endangering the welfare of care. These charges reflect the severity of her alleged actions and the potential harm caused to her victims. The investigation has revealed that she allegedly used different aliases to pose as a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, and registered nurse supervisor. She is believed to have secured the jobs through staffing agencies by submitting fraudulent documents and creating a fake limited liability company (LLC).
The case has garnered attention from multiple states, including Pennsylvania, where state troopers conducted a traffic stop of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle in western Pennsylvania during which they discovered that Womack used approximately 20 different aliases and seven different social security numbers. This pattern of fraud is said to have started in 2020 and continued across other states in the eastern part of the U.S. The motive for her actions remains unclear, although the criminal complaint has hinted at a pattern of stealing medication from healthcare facilities.
Pennsylvania State Police has emphasized the significance of the financial aspect of the case, noting that the involvement of high-value pharmaceuticals makes it a critical link in the ongoing investigation. As a result, they are collaborating with the Department of Health, Department of State, and multiple district attorneys and states to review employment records and assist in their investigation. Healthcare providers across Pennsylvania have been urged to review their employment records to help in this process.
The aliases Womack used include Shannon Nicole Parham, Shannon Nicole Abiola, Shannon Nicole Armstrong, Shannon Abiola-Parham, Shannon Nicole Grimes, Shannon Nicole Womack, Shannon Nicole Lawson, Shannon Nicole Lethco, Shannon Nicole Robinson, and Shannon Lee Lawson. The case has drawn considerable attention due to its potential implications for patient safety and the trust placed in the nursing profession, raising questions about how such crimes can occur and what measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.