The Iowa Insurance Division reports a Nebraska man, 34-year old Peere Shackelford, of Omaha, was faces Felony charges that include Conspiracy to Commit Insurance Fraud, Arson in the 2nd Degree, and Conspiracy to Commit a Non-Forcible Felony. The charges were filed following an investigation by the Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau and the Council Bluffs Fire Department. The charges against Shackelford stem from an investigation that began in October of 2017.  It is alleged that Shackelford provided false information to his insurance carrier in support of an insurance claim following a vehicle fire.

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On November 16, 2018, a State of Iowa warrant was issued for the arrest of Shackelford. On December 5, 2018, Shackelford was arrested by the Omaha Police Department and booked into the Douglas County Department of Corrections.  Shackelford was extradited to Iowa where he was released after posting bond on December 27th, 2018.

Iowans with information about insurance fraud are encouraged to contact the Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau at 515-242-5304.