Oklahoma contractor charged with embezzlement over $1 million

TULSA, Okla. (KOAM) -- An Oklahoma contractor is being charged with embezzlement after taking more than $1 million from customers.

According to the Oklahoma Attorney General's Office, the contractor, Todd Douglas Briggs, who operated T Briggs Construction and Oasis Pools and Outdoor Living allegedly took more than $1.2 million from 17 customers for home or pool construction.

"I am committed to holding accountable anyone who engages in deceitful business practices to take advantage of hardworking Oklahomans," Drummond said. "I appreciate the work of the attorneys, investigators and staff in the Consumer Protection Unit as we pursue justice for the families who were exploited."

The Oklahoma Attorney General's Office says Briggs informed customers in July 2023 that he was filing for bankruptcy. Many customers in the Tulsa, Jenks, Broken Arrow, Owasso, Collinsville, Sapulpa, Bixby, and Beggs were left with unfinished projects.

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