The bookkeeper for a local business was arrested for forgery and theft after it was learned that she used a company credit card for her own benefit, said Sheriff Steve Prator.

Sarah Harrell, 49, of Bossier City, used a credit card belonging to Trio Fabricators Inc. to purchase gasoline, groceries, and car insurance, and pay her rent. She also purchased luxury items such as jewelry. The amount of the theft was $6,854.

Harrell was booked into the Caddo Correctional Center following an investigation by Sheriff’s Det. Bobby Herring with the Caddo-Shreveport Financial Crimes Task Force. Her bond was set at $15,000.