Kentucky Woman Arrested for Theft and Fraudulent Transactions on Online Marketplace

Lafayette – In October 2024, the Louisiana State Police Insurance Fraud / Auto Theft (IFAT) unit, in collaboration with the Kentucky State Police, initiated an investigation into theft and illegal monetary transactions conducted through an online marketplace. The investigation led to the arrest of 48-year-old Teresa Holcomb of Annville, Kentucky.

As the investigation progressed, detectives uncovered evidence linking Holocomb to multiple fraudulent schemes. Detectives determined that Holocomb intentionally deprived the victim of $1,330.00 through a widely-used digital payment platform and failed to deliver the promised goods.

The investigation revealed that Holocomb committed offenses of Theft and Illegal Transmission of Monetary Funds. An arrest warrant was subsequently obtained, and Holocomb was arrested in Kentucky on February 21, 2025. On March 21, 2025, Holocomb was transported to the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center where she was booked on 14:67 Theft (2 counts) and 14:70.8 Illegal Transmission of Monetary Funds (2 Counts).

Troopers wish to remind consumers about the serious risks posed by online scammers. These individuals often present themselves as trustworthy sellers, but their true intent is to deceive and defraud. To report suspicious or criminal activity in your community, the Louisiana State Police online reporting system is available. To submit a report, please contact the LSP Suspicious Activity Hotline at 1-800-434-8007, use the See Send smartphone app, or use our online reporting system by visiting the LA-SAFE website at http://la-safe.org/ and clicking the “report suspicious activity” link. These systems offer a convenient and secure reporting form that is submitted to the appropriate investigators.

Contact Information:
Trooper First Class Peggy Bourque
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop I
Office: (337) 262 - 5880
[email protected]