Former Tiger Trash VP Allegedly Stole Over $60,000 from Company

Former Tiger Trash Vice President Accused of Stealing $60,419 from Company

A former vice president of Tiger Trash in East Manchester Township is facing charges after allegedly stealing over $60,000 from the company over a two-year period, according to York County Regional Police.

Jeremy M. Knaub, 49, of York Township, has been charged with theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property, and forgery — alter writing. Knaub, who had worked for the company for 24 years and served as vice president for 15 years, was terminated in October 2023.

Police allege that Knaub used company funds for personal expenses, including alcohol, concert tickets, and a rental car for his wife. The investigation into the theft unfolded after Terrance Stewart, president of Tiger Trash, discovered unauthorized transactions on Knaub’s credit card statement immediately after firing him.

A forensic accounting investigation revealed a loss of $60,419 through manipulation of petty cash accounts and corporate credit cards between 2021 and 2023. Knaub allegedly made personal purchases on the company’s credit card and then used receipts to receive reimbursement through petty cash. He also allegedly used white out to conceal specific transactions on receipts.

The unauthorized transactions included expenses at Hollywood Casino, Crossgates Golf, a concert, gift cards from Staples, a speeding ticket, and a car rental for his wife in Maryland. Additionally, Knaub allegedly made unauthorized charges for golf, meals, and alcohol through the company’s Out Door Country Club membership.

Furthermore, Knaub is accused of using a company credit card to purchase gas from unauthorized locations instead of using the designated fuel card for lower prices. Stewart also reported that Knaub forged his signature on a company letterhead authorizing him to sign legal or registration documents.

Knaub has been released on $50,000 unsecured bail, and court records do not list an attorney for him. He could not be reached for comment on the allegations.

The owner of Tiger Trash provided the report to police, leading to the charges against Knaub. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of financial oversight and accountability within businesses to prevent and detect fraud.