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flag Pearlina Thomas and Jarian Colar indicted on felony theft and conspiracy charges tied to CATS misconduct in 2021–2022.

flag Pearlina Thomas, former CATS chief administrative officer, and contractor Jarian Colar have been indicted on felony charges including theft over $25,000 and conspiracy, allegedly related to misconduct during Thomas’s tenure from August 2021 to February 2022. flag Colar also faces additional theft charges. flag Both are scheduled for a February 24 court appearance. flag The case is part of broader investigations into alleged corruption in East Baton Rouge Parish government, including claims of missing funds at CATS, though Thomas later clarified her prior statements about a $5 million loss. flag Colar was arrested shortly after his wife gave birth. flag The Attorney General’s office has not released further details.

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