Man Arrested in Connection to Pumpjack Theft Scheme in Two NM Counties

Man arrested in connection to pumpjack theft scheme in two NM counties

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — An Oklahoma man is facing charges for a scheme to steal pumpjacks from New Mexico oilfields. Jonathan Stamper is accused of hiring drivers to take apart and move 11 pumping units, worth a combined 2-million dollars, from sites in Lea and Eddy counties last year. Story continues below Investigation: Politicians sink $13M in closed New Mexico tourist attraction Space: LIST: 5 places to go stargazing in New Mexico News: Videos…

$2 Million in Stolen Oilfield Pumpjacks Recovered

LEA COUNTY, N.M. — Authorities have recovered more than $2 million in stolen oilfield equipment and arrested a suspect in a multi-state investigation involving federal and local law enforcement. On June 9, 2025, Jonathan Allen Stamper, 41, was arrested in Norman, Oklahoma, and extradited to the Lea County Detention Center. He faces multiple felony charges in connection to the theft of 11 pumpjacks from federal and private oil sites in Lea and Ed…

Business owner accused of stealing over $2 million in oilfield equipment, forcing transportation/broker company to close

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