WAGONER, Okla. (AP) — A countywide audit has prompted an investigation into the Wagoner County Sheriff's Office for improper use of public funds.
Officials with the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspector's Office told the Tulsa World that their report focuses on allegations that Sheriff Bob Colbert used county funds for self-promotion and personal use.
Documents obtained by the newspaper show that Wagoner County authorized the purchase of more than $4,500 in hats and engraved coins bearing Colbert's name, which were distributed and sold at events.
Colbert said at a Wednesday press conference that he's angered by the allegations against him and his office.
Work on the three-year audit began at the beginning of this year.