Man arrested for allegedly swapping expensive rings with counterfeits in Shreveport pawn shop

Shreveport, LA – Shreveport police reported the arrest of Michael Cobb after he allegedly swapped two high-value rings with counterfeit versions at a local pawn shop on Sept. 19.

The rings were reportedly valued at $1,999 and $2,499.

Police said surveillance cameras captured Cobb’s actions during the incident.

Authorities noted that this is not Cobb’s first arrest, as he has previous encounters with law enforcement in multiple states.

Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact Shreveport Police at 318-673-7300 or Caddo Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373.