A shocking case of fraud and family ties has emerged in North Carolina, leaving a Kinston woman facing a lengthy prison sentence. Francine Super, a former office manager, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for her role in a Medicaid kickback scheme, and the story gets even more intriguing.
But here's where it gets controversial: Super's own daughter, Kimberly Sims, is the owner of 1st Choice Healthcare Services, a lab company that was hired by Super's employer, Life Touch, LLC. This Kinston-based company was named in a massive $14.6 billion national fraud takedown by federal authorities in 2025, along with 1st Choice. The scheme involved using Medicaid reimbursement funds for personal gain, and Super was right at the center of it.
According to court documents, Super and her co-conspirator, Keke Johnson, used Medicaid funds to purchase an astonishing $1 million worth of gift cards. They distributed these gift cards to Life Touch patients based on the frequency of their treatments. But that's not all—Super and Johnson also received kickbacks from 1st Choice, which they failed to report as income on their tax returns.
The U.S. Attorney's Office revealed that Super and Johnson admitted to their roles in the scheme, which included tax violations. Johnson, the compliance director at Life Touch, faces up to 11 years in prison when sentenced. Super's sentence serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of such fraudulent activities.
And this is the part most people miss: What impact will this have on the relationship between Super and her daughter, who was also involved in the scheme? Will the family ties withstand the legal fallout? The case leaves many questions unanswered, especially regarding the dynamics of this mother-daughter duo and their involvement in such a complex fraud operation.
This story highlights the intricate web of corruption that can ensnare even family members. It begs the question: How far would you go to protect your loved ones if they were involved in illegal activities? Share your thoughts below, and let's explore the ethical dilemmas this case presents.
