Afternoon crime stories

Here are a few headlines from the world of crime.

Doctor in 'rent-a-patient' scam is sentenced
A physician who pleaded guilty to defrauding insurance companies out of about $1 million by billing for unnecessary surgical procedures - including "sweaty palm" surgery - has been sentenced to 58 months in federal prison. dailynews.com

Supervisors to weigh legal report of indicted OC Sheriff
Orange County supervisors will weigh a legal report today regarding the status of Sheriff Michael Carona, who placed himself on a leave of absence to work with his attorneys to prepare for his upcoming federal trial on corruption charges. dailynews.com

Man admits killing nine since '77, police say
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. - A man already behind bars and with a long history of sex crimes has admitted killing nine people in cold cases dating back at least 30 years, authorities said Monday. dailynews.com