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Former Medical Board Chairman Indicted for Kidnapping, Drug Crimes

4/1/2026

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Dr. Brian Hyatt, former chairman of the Arkansas State Medical Board, was indicted on two federal counts of kidnapping and distributing controlled substances.
Seven employees, including mental health workers and nurses, were indicted for failing to intervene and for misconduct.
The incidents occurred from 2018 to 2022.
Convictions could lead to life sentences.

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Story summary

Dr. Brian Hyatt, former chairman of the Arkansas State Medical Board, was indicted on two federal counts of kidnapping and distributing controlled substances.
Seven employees, including mental health workers and nurses, were indicted for failing to intervene and for misconduct.
The incidents occurred from 2018 to 2022.
Convictions could lead to life sentences.