WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today released the below statement following the sentencing of former Clarksburg VA Hospital employee Reta Mays:
“While today’s sentencing may not heal the hurt and pain felt by the victims’ families or bring back the innocent lives lost, it is an appropriate and important step toward justice. The actions of Reta Mays were horrifying and sickening, and I hope today’s sentencing will help provide some sort of closure in what has been a long and painful journey. Going forward, it is important that we make sure our veterans receive the best care possible, feel safe while receiving care at our West Virginia VA medical facilities, and tragedies like this never, ever happen again. I am committed to continuing to work to create solutions that will ensure our VA’s in West Virginia and across the country are following the right protocols that protect patients and ensure they are delivered the best possible care.”
BACKGROUND:
Since the news first broke, Senator Capito has consistently remained in close contact with those involved in this investigation, such as former VA Secretary Wilkie, U.S. Attorney Bill Powell, former Clarksburg VA Director Glenn Snider, and VA Inspector General Michael Missal, as well as checking in with staff on the progress of the investigation.
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