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ocal News – Houston woman known for her nonprofit “Hoodies 4 Healing” and large social‑media following has been taken into custody after a Houston Police Department investigation uncovered a fraudulent real‑estate scheme. Rosemary Tucker, who has nearly 100,000 Facebook followers and has posed with state and city officials, was arrested last week by the Major Offenders Division. She faces charges of executing a document by deception and fraudulently using personal identifying information. Her alleged co‑conspirator, realtor Michael Okokhere, is charged with the same offenses.

    The arrest warrant details that Tucker, whose Texas real‑estate license was suspended in 2018, allegedly partnered with Okokhere to run an unauthorized rental operation. Investigators say Tucker leased at least seven properties in Harris and Fort Bend counties using a stolen identity, then re‑leased them and collected rent from tenants. In several cases, tenants with criminal records obtained homes they would not normally qualify for.

    Financial records show a bank account linked to Tucker that received average monthly deposits exceeding $112,000. Many of these deposits, ranging from $1,600 to $3,000, appear to be rental payments. Investigators say a portion of the money was funneled into Tucker’s Christian apparel venture, Blessties Boutique. The account also shows $12,000 in T‑Mobile charges, $6,715 for a Nissan auto loan, and nearly $300 for Planet Fitness dues in Tucker’s name.

    The boutique, advertised on social media to support the nonprofit, is no longer located at the Cypress address listed in court filings. The space now houses a massage parlor, and the only remaining sign reads “Buy a Hoodie. Help the Homeless.”

    Troy Cothran, a board member of the Houston Association of Realtors, said the scheme is “one of the most popular ways of fraud because it’s very easy.” He urged landlords to conduct thorough background checks, recommending a review of at least two years of tenant history to avoid costly mistakes.

    Tucker was released on an $85,000 bond. A video on Facebook showed her continuing to serve Houston’s homeless community. Her defense attorney declined to comment on the case specifics but affirmed her innocence and stated she will contest the charges in court. Okokhere was also released on bond. Houston Police said the investigation remains active.