Myrtle Beach Man Faces Arrest for Alleged Healthcare Fraud Scamming Nearly Half a Million Dollars

Shock and Awe: Myrtle Beach Man Arrested for Healthcare Fraud

MYRTLE BEACH — In a startling twist to what one might think is an unlikely crime, a local man, 52-year-old Rusty Shane Shockley, has been arrested for allegedly scamming healthcare organizations out of nearly half a million dollars. The charges, filed by the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division (SLED), have left the community reeling as details continue to emerge.

The Allegations

According to SLED records, Shockley was the president of SOS RV, a business that seemed to be anything but charitable in its dealings. Shockley purportedly accepted money for recreational vehicles (RVs) that he never delivered. Oh, the drama! This deceit took place within the confines of Horry County and Allendale.

In a shocking revelation, it appears that from May to July 2022, Shockley received over $130,000 in three separate payments from Little River Medical Center in Horry County. What were those funds for, you ask? A shiny new mobile medical recreational vehicle. Instead of fulfilling his end of the bargain, Shockley allegedly used the cash for personal purchases. That’s right — personal purchases!

Double Trouble

But wait, there’s more! As if this tale couldn’t get twistier, Shockley is also under scrutiny for duping another health organization. On October 24, 2022, he pocketed a whopping $330,000 from Low Country Health Care (LCHC) in Allendale for—surprise—a trio of mobile recreational vehicles. According to SLED, he falsified documents to back up his claim and deprived LCHC of that massive amount.

And it doesn’t end there! On February 27, 2023, he was paid $19,653 from the same nonprofit for vehicle wraps, which, shockingly, were never delivered either. Time and again, Shockley allegedly played a game of smoke and mirrors as funds flowed into his accounts instead of RVs rolling out the door.

A Guilty Confession?

To make matters worse, when Shockley received that $19,653 check, he deposited it into his business account at Blue Vine Bank. But guess what? He also cheekily deposited the same check into his personal account at Anderson Brothers Bank in Conway! The man took double-dipping to a whole new level — and apparently, it didn’t stop there. Reports state he spent the funds through a whirlwind of cash app transfers, ATM withdrawals, and other dubious financial activities.

Shockley now faces serious charges: in Horry County, he’s been charged with obtaining a signature or property by false pretenses and crimes against a federally chartered institution. In Allendale County, he faces two counts of obtaining a signature or property by false pretenses. Accusations like these could significantly tarnish his reputation and plunge him further into legal hot water.

The Legal Road Ahead

The cases against Shockley are now in the hands of solicitors in South Carolina’s 14th and 15th circuits as the wheels of justice begin to turn. With such large amounts of money involved, it’s hard not to wonder how he thought he could get away with it.

Community Impact

This dramatic story is a reminder of the vulnerabilities that exist, even in industries meant to serve the community. Residents of Myrtle Beach are understandably shocked by this news, questioning how someone could exploit both health organizations and their own community trust in such a way.

The Wrap-Up

In the end, this bizarre tale of deception has opened discussions about the importance of vigilance in business operations and the safety of community resources. As the case develops, we can only hope for a resolution that serves justice and restores faith in the systems we rely on.