Shreveport, LA, September 13, 2025
News Summary
A couple from Shreveport has been arrested for allegedly defrauding Louisiana’s Medicaid program out of over $127,000. Ebony Taylor and Andre Jackson reportedly concealed their true income and assets while applying for benefits. Investigators uncovered evidence of their lavish spending and multiple properties, contradicting their reported financial situation. Both are now facing felony charges of Government Benefits Fraud, and the investigation continues as authorities look into their financial activities and potential accomplices.
Shreveport – A couple from Shreveport has been arrested for allegedly defrauding Louisiana’s Medicaid program of more than $127,000. Ebony Taylor, 42, and Andre Jackson, 39, were taken into custody by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation (LBI) for their suspected involvement in the fraudulent scheme that spanned from 2017 to 2025.
Authorities claim the couple concealed their income and assets to maintain eligibility for Medicaid benefits. Taylor reportedly applied for Medicaid for herself and her dependents, falsely claiming she earned $750 every two weeks. Meanwhile, Jackson stated he had no income at all from 2017 to 2023, allowing them both to secure benefits without disclosing their actual financial situation.
The investigation began after the Louisiana Department of Health referred Taylor and Jackson for suspected Medicaid fraud. Upon further examination, investigators uncovered evidence that the couple owned multiple properties in Caddo Parish, including a residence valued at over $656,000. This raised red flags concerning their reported income and Medicaid eligibility.
Financial records associated with Taylor and Jackson revealed that their yearly income was substantially higher than what they reported. One mortgage application submitted by Taylor indicated a monthly income of $15,000, alongside a bank account holding $350,000. Additionally, the couple had made extravagant purchases that included a brand-new 2023 BMW X5 financed for $80,024 with a monthly payment of $1,480, a luxurious $94,000 in-ground swimming pool, and assorted high-end items such as jewelry and vacations. They also spent on services that ranged from orthodontic work to cosmetic procedures.
Evidence of their spending habits further included payments for subscriptions like Netflix and Fanduel and expenditures at liquor stores. Attorney General Liz Murrill condemned their lavish lifestyle, emphasizing the audacity of their actions in defrauding the Medicaid program designed to assist those in need.
Following their arrest, both Taylor and Jackson were booked into the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison on felony charges of Government Benefits Fraud. The investigation remains active as authorities continue to delve deeper into the couple’s financial activities and any potential accomplices involved in the case.
This incident sheds light on the challenges faced by Medicaid and similar assistance programs, which aim to support individuals and families who genuinely require financial help. Fraudulent activities such as this undermine the integrity of such programs, leading to stricter scrutiny and investigations in the future.
FAQ
What charges have Ebony Taylor and Andre Jackson faced?
They are facing felony charges of Government Benefits Fraud for allegedly defrauding Louisiana’s Medicaid program out of more than $127,000.
What was the basis of their Medicaid fraud?
The couple concealed their income and assets, falsely reported their earnings, and failed to disclose their marital status and household income while applying for Medicaid benefits.
What have investigators uncovered regarding the couple’s financial situation?
Investigators discovered that Taylor and Jackson owned multiple properties, including a home worth over $656,000, and had significant financial means, including a reported monthly income of $15,000 and a bank account with $350,000.
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