Raleigh, NC – A 28-year-old Raleigh man faces a felony extortion charge after investigators say he threatened a woman while trying to obtain $12,000 tied to potential charges involving her brother.
Thibaud Tetelin was charged following an incident reported October 30, 2025, in Wake County, according to a warrant filed by the Raleigh Police Department.
Court records allege Tetelin “did threaten and communicate a threat” to the woman “with the intent wrongfully to obtain $12,000 by offering to not press charges on her brother.”
What Investigators Allege
The warrant accuses Tetelin of attempting to use the threat of criminal charges as leverage to secure payment from the woman.
North Carolina felony extortion charges involve obtaining or attempting to obtain money, property or something of value through threats, intimidation or coercion.
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Key Points
• Raleigh Police charged Thibaud Tetelin, 28, with felony extortion.
• Investigators say he sought $12,000 from a woman in Wake County.
• Court documents allege he threatened to press charges against her brother if she refused.
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Serious Felony Charge
Felony extortion cases in North Carolina can carry significant criminal penalties depending on the circumstances and a defendant’s prior record.
The charge stems from allegations contained in the warrant and has not yet been tested in court.
No additional details about the relationship between the parties or the alleged underlying dispute were included in the court documents referenced in the case summary.
Current Status
Tetelin now faces the felony extortion charge in Wake County. Court proceedings are expected to continue in North Carolina state court.
As with all criminal cases, the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
