The former romantic partner of late New Orleans Saints defensive lineman Norman Hand is facing charges that she stole $60,000 from a healthcare program benefiting retired National Football League players and their families, authorities said Thursday.
Toni Charles, 53, allegedly submitted fake claims to the Gene Upshaw NFL Player Reimbursement Account Plan, which covers out-of-pocket medical costs for former players, their spouses and dependents. The Gretna resident was reimbursed for claims — sent throughout 2018 — for alleged medical care received by the couple's son, Louisiana State Police said in a statement.