San Bernardino Woman Arrested for Insurance Fraud

A San Bernardino County woman is behind bars for intentionally setting her car on fire so she no longer had to pay for it.

Police have charged Ashley Richardson, 23, with multiple counts, including arson, destroying insured property, filing a false claim, and providing false insurance information for a payment.

The charges stem from a scheme orchestrated by Richardson back in August. Richardson called police to report that her vehicle had been stolen. When police located the vehicle a short time later, the interior was burned.

Police say Richardson staged the whole thing, including the theft and arson of the vehicle. She then tried to file and insurance claim so she no longer had to pay for the car.

Facing Criminal Charges in San Bernardino?

Not only did Richardson commit theft and arson, two very serious crimes on their own merit, but she also committed insurance fraud. All of these crimes are considered felony offenses,  and carry heavy penalties like imprisonment, large fines, probation, and more. When charged with a felony, it's wise to contact a lawyer who not only has experience in the California criminal system, but who also has a proven record of success. At the Law Offices of Gregory H. Comings, we have successfully represented countless clients throughout San Bernardino, and know how to effectively defend someone against even the most serious of charges.

If you're interested in meeting with a knowledgeable, dedicated, and aggressive San Bernardino criminal defense attorney to discuss your criminal case, please feel free to contact our office by calling (866) 399-1215. We look forward to helping you fight your charges!