On May 13, 2026, Sheriff’s Detectives assigned to Kolin Substation received a report from a local business in Pineville regarding an alleged theft involving a former employee, identified as Molly Goynes, 35 of Deville, LA.
According to the initial report, the alleged theft occurred over a three year timespan and a large amount of money was allegedly taken. Sheriff’s Detectives began their investigation which included researching bank documents, computer programs and other forms of records held by the business. During the course of the investigation, detectives discovered evidence that supported the initial allegations. From their investigation, detectives were able to determine between 2023 and 2026, more than $450,000.00 was unlawfully taken from the business.
Based on the evidence obtained during the investigation, Sheriff’s Detectives were able to obtain an arrest warrant for Goynes for one count Theft Over $25,000 and one count Obstruction of Justice – Evidence Tampering.
On June 5, 2026, Goynes voluntarily reported to the Rapides Parish Detention Center and turned herself in to Detectives. Goynes was placed under arrest on the outstanding warrants and booked on the charges. Goynes was later released on a $10,000.00 bond.
Sheriff’s Detectives say this investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective Tim Stanley at the Criminal Investigation Division -Kolin Substation, at 318-484-7350, Main Office CID at 318-473-6727, or Crime Stoppers at 318-443-7867.
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Arrestee: Molly Goynes, 35 65 E. Deville Road, LA
Charges: Theft Over $25,000 Obstruction of Justice – Evidence Tampering