LAPD officer hit with felony charges after allegedly skydiving while collecting full disability benefits

Officials on Wednesday accused a Los Angeles officer of insurance fraud after he allegedly went skydiving multiple times while collecting full disability benefits.

Christopher Brandon Carnahan, 43, of Norwalk, was charged Monday after allegedly exaggerating an on-duty injury sustained in 2023, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.

Carnahan is a veteran officer who has been with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) for 18 years, according to WatchTheWatchers.net, citing California public records.

"This case is about honesty and accountability," Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said in a statement.

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