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Kansas duo jailed for alleged ID theft, lying to police

SALINE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on numerous charges in connection with unauthorized use of a financial card.

Beck-photo Saline Co.

On February 6, a Salina woman contacted police after she noticed her bank card was used for purchases she did make or authorities, according to Police Captain Mike Sweeney.

An investigation revealed the woman hired a personal assistant through an online service.

The individual identified as Melissa Coleman actually had Jessica Hawk-Loughery, 37, Salina do the shopping. Hawk-Loughery also allegedly used the bank card to buy things for herself and Nicholas Beck, 27, Salina, on February 3 and 4.

Police arrested Hawk-Loughery and Beck on requested charges of criminal use of a financial card, theft of prop/services; Value $1,500 to $25,000, interfere w/ LEO; False report felony to obstruct.

Hawk-Loughery

Coleman is not facing charges, according to Sweeney.

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