In a major oilfield theft case from Oklahoma, state authorities have charged two men for allegedly stealing expensive oilfield equipment worth thousands of dollars. The investigation began after an energy company noticed missing pipe from multiple drilling sites. After months of inquiry, officials say they uncovered a planned scheme involving falsified transport records and illegal sales.
OSBI Announces Charges in Oilfield Theft Case
On March 12, 2026, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) officially announced charges against two men — Clyde Thompson, 48, and Marvin Rogers, 63.
They are facing serious charges, including:
- Larceny of Oilfield Equipment (In Excess of $15,000)
- Criminal Conspiracy
- Engaging in a Pattern of Criminal Offenses
These charges suggest that the alleged theft was not a one-time act but part of an organised plan.
How the Investigation Started
The case began on June 9, 2025, when Ovintiv Energy contacted OSBI requesting an investigation.
The company’s internal audit found that oilfield equipment had gone missing from several drilling sites across Oklahoma. The affected counties included:
- Dewey County
- Blaine County
- Kingfisher County
- Canadian County
- Grady County
- McClain County
- Stephens County
- Garvin County
Ovintiv reported that the missing equipment included a large amount of used oilfield pipe removed from wells. Normally, such pipe should be transported either to a storage yard or to another well site. However, there were no official transport records available.
Missing Pipe and Suspicious Invoices
According to OSBI, company invoices showed that the missing pipe came from areas supervised by Clyde Thompson, who was working as a contract employee.
During the investigation, agents spoke to local farmers and a steel company. They reportedly learned that Thompson had sold around 2,000 joints of pipe to them.
This discovery raised serious concerns about where the equipment had been going and how it was being transported.
Role of the Truck Driver
OSBI agents also discovered that much of the missing pipe was transported by Monster Services. The truck was allegedly driven by Marvin Rogers.
According to OSBI:
- Rogers admitted to falsifying load tickets.
- The false documents were prepared while hauling equipment for Thompson.
- Transport invoices showed that Ovintiv paid nearly $43,000 in transportation costs linked to the stolen pipe.
Rogers reportedly confirmed the delivery locations after reviewing the load tickets he had created.
Falsifying load tickets means changing or fabricating transport records to hide the true movement of goods. This is considered a serious offence, especially when tied to theft.
Arrest and Surrender
After arrest warrants were issued, both Thompson and Rogers turned themselves in at the Dewey County Sheriff’s Office.
OSBI thanked Ovintiv Energy and the Dewey County Sheriff’s Office for their cooperation during the investigation.
Case Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Investigating Agency | Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) |
| Company Involved | Ovintiv Energy |
| Accused | Clyde Thompson (48), Marvin Rogers (63) |
| Charges | Larceny over $15,000, Conspiracy, Pattern of Criminal Offenses |
| Estimated Transport Cost | $43,000 |
| Alleged Stolen Equipment | 2,000 joints of oilfield pipe |
| Counties Affected | 8 Oklahoma counties |
Why Oilfield Equipment Theft Is Serious
Oilfield equipment is extremely expensive and essential for energy production. Stealing such materials not only causes financial loss but can also delay drilling operations and impact energy supply chains.
In this case, the theft allegedly spanned multiple counties and involved organised transport arrangements. If proven in court, the charges could result in heavy penalties, including fines and prison time.
