Scranton Woman Charged with Aiding Theft of $14,000 in Goods

Karen Gillman allegedly sold victim's stolen vehicle and belongings to a Boone resident

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A 61-year-old Scranton woman, Karen Gillman, has been arrested and charged with a Class C Felony for allegedly aiding and abetting in a first-degree theft. According to court documents, Gillman is accused of selling a stolen vehicle and about $14,000 worth of the victim's belongings to a Boone resident, after the victim's vehicle and possessions were reported stolen from Scranton.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in combating property crimes, especially when perpetrators try to cover their tracks by creating fraudulent paperwork and transactions. It also raises questions about the role of accomplices in theft cases and how to hold them accountable.

The details

Court documents indicate that the victim had another person, Gillman, sign for the vehicle's registration due to the victim's driving record, even though the victim owned the vehicle. During the investigation, the stolen vehicle was found at a Boone home, where the resident said Gillman sold him the vehicle along with a title and bill of sale. Gillman later allegedly told the resident she would let him know when to pick up the vehicle, but then disappeared. The resident left with the vehicle. The stolen items were also found at another residence, where Gillman had requested the resident hold them for her. Investigators found that Gillman had obtained a duplicate title in August, claiming the victim's girlfriend would take the vehicle to a junkyard, when in fact Gillman wanted to get rid of the vehicle after allegedly being abused by the victim.

  • The vehicle and $14,000 worth of items were reported stolen from Scranton.
  • In August, Gillman obtained a duplicate title for the vehicle, claiming the victim's girlfriend would take it to a junkyard.
  • On October 3rd, the Boone resident went to Gillman's home in Scranton to pick up the vehicle, but Gillman had disappeared.
  • On January 16th, an arrest warrant was issued charging Gillman with a Class C Felony for aiding and abetting in a first-degree theft.
  • Gillman was arrested on February 6th and booked into the Greene County Jail under a $10,000 cash or surety bond.

The players

Karen Gillman

A 61-year-old Scranton resident who is accused of aiding and abetting in the theft of a vehicle and $14,000 worth of the victim's belongings.

Boone Resident

An individual who purchased the stolen vehicle from Gillman, along with a title and bill of sale, but was later told by Gillman to wait to pick up the vehicle.

Victim

The owner of the stolen vehicle and belongings, who had Gillman sign for the vehicle's registration due to the victim's driving record.

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What they’re saying

“Gillman later told investigators that she denied the Boone resident came to her home on October 3rd.”

— Karen Gillman (raccoonvalleyradio.com)

What’s next

The judge will decide on February 20th whether to allow Gillman to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of holding accomplices accountable in theft cases, as Gillman's alleged actions in creating fraudulent paperwork and transactions enabled the theft to occur. It also underscores the need for stronger safeguards to prevent the resale of stolen goods.