A former Quincy official — who federal prosecutors say used city money to pay for a large self-portrait, steak tips and more — is expected to accept a plea deal this month, after his case was headed to trial in February.
Thomas F. Clasby, Jr. was charged with embezzlement, mail and wire fraud and interstate transportation of stolen property. He was arrested and indicted in January 2025.
Clasby was the Director of the Quincy Department of Elder Services between 1999 and April 2024. Starting in 2019, Clasby used the city’s purchasing power to pay for personal expenses and make money for himself, federal prosecutors said…