A former Louisiana House Speaker was indicted for allegedly stealing a rare state artifact while in office.

A grand jury has indicted a former Louisiana House Speaker on charges of allegedly stealing a rare state artifact, according to court documents. The indictment alleges the former lawmaker took the item while in office, though specific details about the artifact’s identity and the circumstances of the alleged theft were not immediately disclosed. The case marks a significant development in a growing scrutiny of ethics and accountability among state officials.