Woman Charged with Killing Boyfriend for $1 Million Life insurance Policy
A shocking case of greed and betrayal has emerged in New Orleans, as a woman stands accused of killing her boyfriend in order to cash in on his $1 million Life insurance policy. 37-year-old Kyana Traylor appeared before Orleans Parish magistrate Jonathan Friedman last week, where probable cause was found to charge her with second-degree murder.
The tragic events unfolded on February 11, when 32-year-old Robert Singleton was found shot dead in his motorhome on Jourdan Avenue. Initially considered an unclassified death, police later determined that Singleton had been killed by gunshot wounds. Suspicion fell on Traylor, as a neighbor reported that Singleton had been having problems with his girlfriend.
Detective Michael Haynes led the investigation, securing a warrant for Traylor’s arrest in February. Authorities booked her on second-degree murder charges in late March. Evidence against Traylor began to mount as police found items belonging to her in Singleton’s motorhome, including two cell phones and a purse. Additionally, a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro registered in Traylor’s name was found on the property, along with legal paperwork giving her power of attorney over Singleton’s mother.
Further incriminating evidence came to light when crime camera footage tracked Traylor’s movements on the day of the murder. Video footage showed her arriving at the motorhome and leaving less than an hour later. Singleton’s best friend confirmed that Traylor was the only other person with a key to the property. Detectives also discovered that Traylor had called and texted Singleton shortly before his death.
The case took a chilling turn when Singleton’s Life insurance company revealed that Traylor was the beneficiary of a $1 million policy on his life. Shockingly, Traylor had asked the insurance company not to disclose the policy to law enforcement. This revelation added a new dimension to the investigation, painting a picture of a calculated and premeditated crime.
Traylor’s bail was set at $500,000 during the preliminary hearing, as she awaits trial for the heinous crime. The motive of financial gain has cast a dark shadow over this tragic loss of life, leaving the community reeling from the betrayal and greed that unfolded in their midst. As the case unfolds in court, the full extent of Traylor’s alleged actions will come to light, shedding further light on this harrowing tale of love turned deadly.