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A corrupt city manager who recently pleaded guilty to embezzlement charges was nowhere to be found when his next court hearing began in Major County, Oklahoma. Jerry Eubanks, who manages the city of Puska, was scheduled to face additional theft charges but his attorney appeared alone, claiming the prosecutor was too sick to proceed. The hearing was postponed until January 22nd, conveniently pushing the case past the holidays.
The $25,000 Bonus Scandal That Started It All
Just days earlier, Eubanks had pleaded guilty to stealing from the city of Fairview, where he previously worked as city manager. In a stunning display of government corruption, the Puska city council approved a $25,000 "bonus" for Eubanks to help him pay criminal restitution for the property he had stolen from taxpayers. The bonus was approved from a municipal authority that wasn't even scheduled to meet that day and never actually convened.
The brazen misuse of taxpayer funds to bail out their corrupt city manager sparked outrage among citizens. Video footage from that hearing shows Eubanks smirking after the vote, while his wife was caught on camera making obscene gestures at reporters documenting the scandal.
Stolen Equipment Found on Eubanks' Property
The current case involves more than just missing money. A stolen skid steer, allegedly taken by Eubanks from his previous position in Blackwell, was recently located on his personal property using drone surveillance. The equipment, originally purchased by taxpayers, was sold to another city by Eubanks and later mysteriously appeared in his possession after he bought it for just $500.
Major County Sheriff's deputies confirmed they obtained the VIN number from the equipment, but a bureaucratic nightmare has prevented charges. Despite the city reporting the skid steer stolen, it's not appearing in the state's stolen property database. This technical glitch means Eubanks can't be charged with knowingly concealing stolen property, which would violate his five-year probation.
A Pattern of Government Theft Across Multiple Cities
Court documents reveal Eubanks has worked as a city manager in multiple Oklahoma communities, leaving a trail of missing funds and equipment. In addition to the Fairview embezzlement case where he stole $60,000 in cash, investigators are examining his time in Blackwell and questioning how he and his wife suddenly had money to purchase two new trucks immediately after being fired.
The Major County Sheriff's Department is conducting what they describe as a "lengthy investigation" involving city council minutes and extensive documentation. Sheriff's officials confirmed they've forwarded their findings to the Woodward County District Attorney's office, but months have passed without action.
The District Attorney's Mysterious Delays
Susan Minder, the prosecutor assigned to the case, has not returned calls for weeks. When reporters attempted to reach the Woodward County DA's office during the scheduled hearing, staff claimed both prosecutors were in "training" and unavailable. The convenient timing raised questions about whether officials are deliberately avoiding accountability.
The original prosecutor in Major County had to recuse himself from the case due to ethical concerns, further complicating the pursuit of justice. Meanwhile, Eubanks continues collecting his taxpayer-funded salary while managing Puska's finances.
What the Video Reveals That Officials Won't Discuss
The footage captures tense moments as Eubanks' attorney refused to answer basic questions about his client's whereabouts or legal strategy. Court officials and sheriff's deputies were surprisingly transparent, with one judge even allowing cameras in the courtroom, calling it "public business." However, the most revealing moments happen when the camera stops rolling.
Watch the full investigation to see what Jerry Eubanks and his attorney don't want you to know about this ongoing theft case and why district attorneys across multiple counties are avoiding prosecution.
