AG's office investigates fraud at Carlsbad Mental Health Center

 A search warrant was executed late Monday at Carlsbad Mental Health Center by investigators with the state Attorney General’s Office, with the assistance of the Eddy County Sheriff’s Department.

 Carlsbad Mental Health is under investigation for Medicaid fraud. 

Phil Sisneros, director of communication for the Attorney General’s Office, says the warrant was expected to be filed in court on Tuesday. He declined to provide details on the search at the nonprofit health center, citing the ongoing investigation and potential ethical and legal concerns. He also declined to elaborate on the items taken from the building Monday evening. 

The center’s board of directors issued a statement two weeks ago, stating that the agency is fully cooperating with the investigation.

AG's office investigates fraud at Carlsbad Mental Health Center