Kansas Man Receives Probation Sentence for Committing Insurance Fraud
Kansas Man Sentenced for Insurance Fraud
This week, Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt announced that a Sedgwick County man has been sentenced to 18 months of probation for committing insurance fraud. The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat fraudulent activities within the insurance sector.
Shawn Gales, 37, pleaded guilty on December 18, 2025, in Sedgwick County District Court. He faced charges for one count of Fraudulent Insurance Act, classified as a level 8 Nonperson Felony, as well as one count of Interference with Law Enforcement. Gales was found to have fraudulently reported his dirt bike as stolen to his insurance company in an attempt to secure a payout on the bike’s loan.
As part of his sentencing, Gales received 18 months of probation for his fraudulent actions. Additionally, he was ordered to pay restitution, amounting to $2,273.93 to Progressive Insurance and $1,757.50 to Golden Plains Credit Union. This restitution is intended to compensate the affected parties for their losses due to Gales’ deceitful actions.
The investigation into this case was conducted by the Kansas Department of Insurance, with prosecution handled by the Kansas Attorney General’s Office. This collaboration underscores the importance of vigilance and cooperation among various agencies in addressing and mitigating insurance fraud.
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Kansas Man Sentenced for Insurance Fraud
This week, Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt announced that a Sedgwick County man has been sentenced to 18 months of probation for committing insurance fraud. The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat fraudulent activities within the insurance sector.
Shawn Gales, 37, pleaded guilty on December 18, 2025, in Sedgwick County District Court. He faced charges for one count of Fraudulent Insurance Act, classified as a level 8 Nonperson Felony, as well as one count of Interference with Law Enforcement. Gales was found to have fraudulently reported his dirt bike as stolen to his insurance company in an attempt to secure a payout on the bike’s loan.
As part of his sentencing, Gales received 18 months of probation for his fraudulent actions. Additionally, he was ordered to pay restitution, amounting to $2,273.93 to Progressive Insurance and $1,757.50 to Golden Plains Credit Union. This restitution is intended to compensate the affected parties for their losses due to Gales’ deceitful actions.
The investigation into this case was conducted by the Kansas Department of Insurance, with prosecution handled by the Kansas Attorney General’s Office. This collaboration underscores the importance of vigilance and cooperation among various agencies in addressing and mitigating insurance fraud.
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