News Summary
In Shreveport, two women have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a check fraud scheme that exploited local organizations. Shunya Hines and Takya White were involved in writing and cashing fraudulent checks totaling over $13,000. The Shreveport Police are continuing their investigation and searching for a third suspect linked to similar fraudulent activities. This case has raised significant concerns within the community about trust and safety.
Shreveport Women Caught in a Web of Check Fraud
In the lively city of Shreveport, a tale of intrigue has unfolded as two women have been arrested for their alleged involvement in an extensive check fraud scheme that has left local organizations reeling. The Shreveport Police Department has been hard at work investigating these activities, which have raised eyebrows and sparked community concern.
The Players in the Scheme
The main characters in this unfolding drama are Shunya Hines and Takya White. It all kicked off when Hines deposited a fraudulent cashier’s check for a hefty sum of $4,193 on September 17, 2024. This check was not just any ordinary check; it was presented under the guise of the well-respected Providence House. However, a representative from Providence House quickly cleared the air, stating that Hines had never worked for them. It appears that the attempt to use the organization’s name was a bold move with little justification.
Just a month later, on October 31, a warrant was issued for Hines’s arrest, leading to her capture on November 19, 2024. But the plot thickens! As the investigation deepened, authorities discovered that Hines was not alone in her mischief. Enter Takya White, who, between September 18 and September 21, allegedly wrote and cashed in a staggering eight fraudulent checks, totaling an eye-watering $11,911.10 targeting Christ Lutheran Church’s business account.
The Impact on Local Organizations
The combined efforts of these two women exploited the trusted community institution of Christ Lutheran Church to the tune of $13,724.65. With each check they wrote, they chipped away at the foundations of trust that local groups rely on. The shady dealings did not go unchecked, as Takya White was eventually arrested on March 24, 2025.
Wider Web of Fraud Unraveled
The Shreveport Police Department has not stopped with just Hines and White. They are currently on the lookout for a third suspect, Tashiuntay Miles, who is wanted for her own form of check-related mischief. With a check amounting to $61,611.31, Miles is alleged to have deposited this sum using a Carter Federal Credit Union ATM on August 29, 2024. This transaction raised red flags leading the police to dig deeper into the matter.
On top of that, Miles reportedly withdrew a mind-boggling $60,000 just a week prior from the same credit union using what turned out to be a fraudulent cashier’s check. Investigators quickly realized that she had no authority to negotiate this check, as it was drawn on the account of George Foods, LLC but was made out to Mayekawa U.S.A.. It was later flagged as fraudulent. Security footage linked Miles directly to the scene, corroborating investigators’ findings, and a warrant was promptly put into place on February 5, 2025.
A Bigger Picture
If this story sounds like it could be part of a larger trend, it very well might be. A federal grand jury in Louisiana has recently indicted a whopping 21 individuals for a separate, sophisticated fraud scheme involving major banks like USAA Bank and Chase Bank. The indictment claims the group conspired to pilfer nearly $7 million from these banks and their customers over an impressive span of two years. Some of these perpetrators managed to link up with employees at the Teleperformance Call Center in Shreveport, using that connection to target elderly customers who had considerable account balances. Counterfeit checks and social media recruitment added even more layers to this convoluted scheme.
Community’s Role in the Fight
As the Shreveport community grapples with these incidents, local law enforcement encourages anyone who might have information about Tashiuntay Miles or other similar activities to step forward. It’s critical for the safety and integrity of the community to work together in the fight against fraud.
In a world where trust is paramount, the Shreveport saga serves as a sobering reminder of how easily it can be broken and the vital importance of community vigilance.
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