Parkside Borough Council President Charged with Theft of Taxpayer Funds

Dominic 'Nick' Capobianco accused of misusing gas card for personal use

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:18pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a worn, scuffed government-issued gas card, conceptually representing the misuse of public funds.The alleged misuse of a government gas card by an elected official raises concerns about transparency and accountability in local government.Philadelphia Today

The Delaware County District Attorney's Office has charged Dominic 'Nick' Capobianco, the council president of Parkside Borough, with two counts of theft for allegedly using a gas card intended for a code enforcement vehicle to fill up his personal car and gas cans on multiple occasions, resulting in nearly $2,500 in stolen taxpayer funds.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of government officials being held accountable for the proper use of public resources and funds. As an elected leader, Capobianco's alleged actions represent a breach of public trust that could undermine confidence in local government.

The details

Investigators say Capobianco used the gas card, which was only meant to fuel a code enforcement vehicle, to fill up his own personal car as well as gas cans between September and March of last year. He stepped down from his code enforcement job when he became council president on January 5th.

  • The alleged thefts occurred between September and March of last year.
  • Capobianco became council president on January 5th.

The players

Dominic 'Nick' Capobianco

The council president of Parkside Borough in Delaware County who has been charged with two counts of theft for allegedly misusing a gas card intended for a code enforcement vehicle.

Delaware County District Attorney's Office

The office that has charged Capobianco with theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property.

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What they’re saying

“Nearly $2,500 in taxpayer funds was stolen.”

— Investigators

What’s next

Capobianco was released on $50,000 bail and is awaiting trial. The case will likely focus on the extent of the alleged misuse of public funds and whether Capobianco will face any further consequences, such as removal from his council president position.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for strong oversight and accountability measures to prevent public officials from abusing their positions of trust and misusing taxpayer resources for personal gain. It serves as a reminder that elected leaders must be held to the highest ethical standards.