Florida Paramedics Facing Charges

The back of an ambulance.
File photo
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ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. — Four Florida paramedics are accused of falsifying training records, WEAR-TV reports.

Prosecutors say the records were related to mandatory training courses with the American Heart Association. The courses were needed to obtain a license with the State of Florida.

Charges included racketeering, official misconduct and fraud.

“The investigation is complete is unless we receive additional information,” State Attorney Bill Eddins told NorthEscambia.com. “I would like the public to know that my office will not tolerate this kind of conduct.”

Related: Escambia County EMS (FL) Reportedly Provided Medical Training without Certifications

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