US man accused of ‘faking virus sick note’
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Federal prosecutors have charged a man with faking a coronavirus diagnosis to skip work.
Santwon Antonio Davis, 34, is accused of giving a forged doctor’s note to his employer in the US city of Atlanta.
As a result the company halted business, sanitised its workplace and had some employees quarantined. It continued to keep staff on its payroll – costing the firm $100,000 (£81,900).
The FBI is investigating the case, according to a statement.
It is the latest case to be brought forward by a government task force that is combating criminal fraud relating to the pandemic.
“This case is a reminder that we remain vigilant in detecting, investigating and prosecuting any wrongdoing related to the crisis,” FBI Special Agent Chris Hacker said.