Indiana Trooper Faces Felony Theft, Fraud Charges

Indiana State Police trooper Andrew G. Kocsis, 39, has been charged with two Level 6 felonies—one for theft involving property valued between $750 and $50,000 and one for obstruction of justice—and a Class A misdemeanor for fraud, following an investigation that began after theft allegations surfaced in October 2024. Kocsis has served since 2008 and was most recently assigned to the General Headquarters in Indianapolis. The charges were filed in St. Joseph County by special prosecutor James D. Luttrull, and Kocsis is scheduled for an initial hearing on July 8. Details about the specific nature of the allegations have not been disclosed by authorities. Kocsis has been placed on unpaid administrative leave during the ongoing criminal proceedings and internal investigation. Authorities have not indicated whether Kocsis was processed at a jail.