Parkside Borough Council President charged with fuel theft

Authorities say Dominic Capobianco stole over $2,400 in gas using the borough's fuel card

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:23pm

An extreme close-up photograph of a red gas can against a pitch-black background, the harsh lighting and dramatic shadows creating a stark, gritty aesthetic that conceptually represents the alleged misuse of public resources.The alleged misuse of a borough's gas card for personal fuel purchases raises concerns about the integrity of local government officials.Parkside Today

The borough council president of Parkside, Pennsylvania has been charged with three felony theft-related crimes for allegedly using the borough's gas card to fill up his personal vehicle and a portable gas can, stealing an estimated $2,499.94 worth of premium gasoline since September 2024.

Why it matters

The charges against the borough council president raise concerns about the misuse of taxpayer funds and a breach of public trust by an elected official. As a community leader, the council president is expected to uphold high standards of integrity, making these allegations particularly troubling.

The details

According to a criminal complaint, Dominic Capobianco used the borough's gas card to fill his personal vehicle as well as a portable red gas can, stealing an estimated $2,499.94 worth of premium gasoline since September 2024. Parkside police and Delaware County detectives investigated the case, leading to the three felony theft-related charges against Capobianco.

  • The alleged thefts occurred since September 2024.

The players

Dominic Capobianco

The Parkside Borough Council President who has been charged with three felony theft-related crimes for allegedly misusing the borough's gas card.

Parkside Borough

The local government in Parkside, Pennsylvania where the alleged fuel theft took place.

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What’s next

Capobianco is expected to appear in court in the coming weeks to face the charges. The borough has stated it is cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of elected officials upholding the highest standards of integrity when handling public funds. The charges against the Parkside Borough Council President underscore the need for robust oversight and accountability measures to prevent the misuse of taxpayer resources.