LAPD Officer Arrested for Insurance Fraud

Veteran cop accused of falsifying workers' compensation claims

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Los Angeles Police Department has arrested one of its own officers, Christopher Carnahan, on two counts of insurance fraud related to alleged false workers' compensation claims he submitted in 2023 and 2025. Carnahan, an 18-year veteran of the department, was booked into jail with a $100,000 bail.

Why it matters

This case highlights the LAPD's efforts to crack down on internal fraud and abuse of benefits, which can undermine public trust and drain resources from the department. It also raises questions about oversight and accountability measures for law enforcement personnel.

The details

According to the LAPD, the department's Special Operations Division Major Complaint Unit investigated the workers' compensation claims Carnahan submitted and developed probable cause to believe he "engaged in conduct inconsistent" with the injuries described in his claims. Detectives said he received benefits for the apparent fraudulent injuries.

  • Carnahan submitted the allegedly fraudulent workers' compensation claims in 2023 and 2025.
  • Carnahan was arrested by the LAPD on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.

The players

Christopher Carnahan

An 18-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department who was arrested on two counts of insurance fraud related to workers' compensation claims.

LAPD

The Los Angeles Police Department, which arrested Carnahan and is investigating allegations of fraud and abuse within the department.

Los Angeles County District Attorney's Healthcare Fraud Division

Provided assistance to the LAPD in developing probable cause against Carnahan.

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What’s next

Carnahan is being held on $100,000 bail, and the case will proceed through the criminal justice system.

The takeaway

This case underscores the LAPD's efforts to root out internal fraud and abuse, which can undermine public trust and drain resources from the department. It also highlights the importance of strong oversight and accountability measures for law enforcement personnel.