Officials say trooper meal receipts incomplete

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) _ A published report says Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers ate more than $41,000 worth of food at taxpayer expense last year. <br/><br/>In a copyright story, The Oklahoman says many

Sunday, July 24th 2005, 2:44 pm

By: News On 6

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) _ A published report says Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers ate more than $41,000 worth of food at taxpayer expense last year.

In a copyright story, The Oklahoman says many trooper receipts didn't include the detailed expense sheets required by law.

Of 30 meal receipts reviewed, none provided more detail than the amount charged.

Meal charges ranged from a $2 snack at the state Capitol deli to $183 meals at high-end restaurants.

Many trooper food purchases were made in Oklahoma City and some meals during trooper travel appeared excessive for one person. General policy allows only purchases by and for the cardholder.

Kevin Ward, commissioner of the state Department of Public Safety, says he wants an investigation.