Falkirk police issue fuel thefts warning

By James Trimble

Published 22nd Mar 2022, 08:59 BST

Updated 23rd Mar 2022, 14:43 BST

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The high cost of petrol may be driving some people to commit crime as police report a rise in the number of fuel thefts.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said; “We have been responding to a rising number of calls regarding thefts of fuel from domestic and commercial tanks. There are a few simple precautions you can take to protect your fuel tank.

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“You can use lockable gates and fit a locking fuel cap or alarm. People can also install security lighting and check their tank levels regularly.”

Police have issued a warning after a rise in the number of fuel thefts

Police have issued a warning after a rise in the number of fuel thefts

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