RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A former Support Care Professional at the Mississippi State Hospital pled guilty to fraudulent statements and representations. Roger Lofton was arrested in January 2024.

According to State Auditor Shad White, Lofton admitted to falsifying timesheets while employed at the Mississippi State Hospital. He was served with a $2,671.75 demand letter at the time of his arrest.

“We will continue to pursue cases, big and small, to send the message that we have zero tolerance for fraud involving taxpayer money,” said White.

Lofton was prosecuted by District Attorney John “Bubba” Bramlett’s office. Lofton’s sentencing is set for June 4.

Suspected fraud can be reported to the Auditor’s office online by clicking the red button at www.osa.ms.gov or calling 1-(800)-321-1275 during normal business hours.