News · 17 May 2026

Fuel thefts jump 62% across UK

Petrol station owners are struggling as drive-offs become more common due to rising fuel costs. A Gwynedd garage owner used Facebook to catch thieves who stole £130 of fuel, with locals tracking them down at a beach. One forecourt owner reports losing £2,000 weekly across five sites from fuel theft.

By BriefTea Editorial · 17 May 2026 at 13:36

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