Former Nanny Arrested at SFO After Alleged $60K Fraud

The woman was formerly employed by a family in Tiburon.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:23pm by Ben Kaplan

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An extreme close-up photograph of a credit card against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the financial fraud at the heart of this story.A former nanny's alleged misuse of her employer's credit card exposes the vulnerability of families who employ in-home help.San Francisco Today

A San Francisco woman was arrested at San Francisco International Airport after allegedly going on a $60,000 spending spree using her former employer's credit card. The investigation began when the victim, a Tiburon resident, reported thousands of dollars in unauthorized charges after the nanny's employment ended in December 2025.

Why it matters

This case highlights the vulnerability of families who employ in-home help and the potential for abuse of trust, as well as the challenges of tracking down suspects who may flee the country to avoid prosecution for financial crimes.

The details

The former nanny was taken into custody around 6:50 a.m. on March 31 after returning from international travel. Investigators determined she was abroad and identified her scheduled return to the U.S. on March 31, leading to her arrest upon arrival at SFO. The charges included airline tickets, international travel, luxury hotels, cosmetic and spa services, retail purchases, ride services, and direct electronic payments made to accounts associated with the suspect.

  • The victim reported the unauthorized charges on March 26.
  • The former nanny was employed from July 2025 through December 11, 2025.
  • The former nanny was arrested at SFO on March 31, 2026.

The players

Tiburon Resident

The victim who employed the former nanny and reported the unauthorized credit card charges.

San Francisco Woman

The former nanny who was arrested at SFO for the alleged $60,000 fraud.

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What’s next

The case has been forwarded to the Marin County District Attorney's Office for review of potential felony charges, including grand theft and fraud.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of thorough background checks and monitoring when employing in-home help, as well as the need for stronger financial protections for families who entrust their personal information to caretakers.