Hyde Park Man Accused of Charging Gas to His Old Boss

A former employee at a Hudson Valley business allegedly kept helping himself to company funds long after his employment ended.

A 20-year-old Hyde Park man is now facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he fraudulently used a local landscaping company's fuel charge account for months, costing the business more than $1,300.

Employee Allegedly Stole Fuel From Old Boss in Dutchess County, NY

According to the New York State Police, the investigation began in June after the owner of Lehan's Lawn and Landscaping reported suspicious activity on the company's fuel charge account. The complaint prompted members of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation to launch an investigation.

Gas Pump

During the investigation, police said 20-year-old Austyn A. Moyer-Mayhar, of Hyde Park, a former employee of the company, allegedly continued using the business's fuel account after his employment had ended. Investigators said that between April and June 2026, he allegedly forged the business owner's signature on multiple fuel receipts and fraudulently charged approximately $1,376 worth of fuel to the company's account.

Hyde Park Man Arrested, Faces Multiple Felony Charges

As a result of the investigation, Moyer-Mayhar was arrested on Friday, July 24, and charged with:

• Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree (Class E Felony)
• Identity Theft in the First Degree (Class D Felony)
• Forgery in the Second Degree (Class D Felony)
• Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree (Class E Felony)

Moyer-Mayhar was processed at the State Police barracks in Rhinebeck and later released on appearance tickets. He is scheduled to appear in Hyde Park Town Court on August 11, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

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As with all criminal cases, the charges are accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court. If there has been a change to this information, such as charges being dropped or dismissed, please email me at CJ@Hudsonvalleycountry.com to make the necessary change.