The Crimes of Joseph Dewey Akin
Background
Joseph Dewey Akin, born in 1956 in Marietta, Georgia, was a nurse whose career spanned several hospitals in the southeastern United States. His tenure in the medical field was marred by a series of suspicious incidents that ultimately led to his conviction for murder.
Employment at North Fulton Regional Hospital
In 1990, Akin worked at North Fulton Regional Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. During his time there, colleagues noted an unusual increase in emergency situations, particularly cardiac arrests, when Akin was on duty. These incidents, though alarming, did not immediately lead to an investigation.
Transition to Cooper Green Hospital
In 1991, Akin secured a position at Cooper Green Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. Similar to his previous employment, the hospital experienced a spike in emergency cases during his shifts. Staff members grew increasingly suspicious as patients who were stable suddenly deteriorated under his care.
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