Authorities say a Shreveport couple funded a lavish lifestyle while illegally collecting Medicaid benefits. According to Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office, Ebony Taylor, 42, and her husband, Andre Jackson, 39, allegedly hid assets and income to keep receiving aid.
Investigators with the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation reported that Taylor applied for Medicaid for herself and her dependents between 2017 and 2025. Jackson also received benefits by claiming no income for years. Yet, financial records revealed a very different picture.
Hidden Wealth and High-End Purchases
Court documents show the pair owned multiple properties in Caddo Parish, including a home worth over $656,000. Loan applications revealed significant income streams. One mortgage filing listed $15,000 in monthly earnings and a bank account holding $350,000.
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At the same time, officials linked the couple to extravagant purchases such as:
1. A 2023 BMW X5 valued at $80,024 with $1,480 monthly payments
2. A $94,000 in-ground pool complete with a jetted spa
3. Cosmetic surgery performed in Texas
4. Jewelry, trips, fine dining, and hotel stays
By March 2025, investigators estimated that Taylor and Jackson defrauded Louisiana’s Medicaid program of nearly $127,000. Both now face a felony count of Government Benefits Fraud. They were booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison.
Protecting Public Resources
Cases like this highlight the importance of oversight in government benefit programs. Medicaid provides critical health coverage for eligible residents, and fraudulent claims can drain resources meant for those in genuine need.
As the investigation continues, the spotlight remains on accountability. Authorities stress that uncovering fraud helps safeguard taxpayer dollars and ensures that assistance reaches individuals and families who depend on it most.