Shreveport Contractor Fraud Leads to Arrest Warrants

Detectives search for man accused of scamming thousands from victims

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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Detectives in Shreveport, Louisiana are actively searching for a man named Elliot Hogan, also known as "Baybay", who is wanted on charges of residential contractor fraud and theft. Hogan is accused of accepting thousands of dollars from victims for home renovation work that was never completed, and the investigation shows he never had a valid contractor's license to perform the work.

Why it matters

Contractor fraud can have a devastating financial and emotional impact on victims, especially homeowners who trust contractors to complete work on their homes. This case highlights the importance of verifying a contractor's licensing and credentials before hiring them, as well as the need for stronger enforcement and prosecution of these types of crimes in the community.

The details

According to police, Hogan is wanted by the Bossier City Police Department in connection with another theft case. The investigation found that Hogan accepted nearly $40,000 from two known victims for home renovation work that was never completed. Detectives have obtained arrest warrants for Hogan on one count of residential contractor fraud and theft.

  • The alleged crimes occurred in Shreveport, Louisiana.

The players

Elliot Hogan

Also known as "Baybay", Hogan is the man wanted by police in connection with the contractor fraud and theft allegations.

Shreveport Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the allegations against Hogan and seeking the public's help in locating him.

Bossier City Police Department

Also has an outstanding warrant for Hogan's arrest in a separate theft case.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone with information regarding Elliot Hogan's whereabouts is urged to contact the Shreveport Police Department or Caddo Parish Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373. Tips can remain anonymous.”

— Shreveport Police Department (mykisscountry937.com)

What’s next

The judge will decide on whether to grant bail for Hogan once he is apprehended by authorities.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for homeowners to thoroughly vet contractors before hiring them, and for law enforcement to aggressively pursue and prosecute those who defraud vulnerable members of the community through contractor scams.