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<\/p>\nPolice are investigating the theft of about 3000L of diesel from a Marton business this week.<\/p>\n
Sergeant Wayne Sandbrook said the theft occurred on Tuesday between 4.20am and 4.50am, and was reported at 8am.<\/p>\n
“Two men arrived in a light truck and were seen filling a fuel trailer, a fuel pod and drums with diesel from an on-site tank.<\/p>\n
“The offenders have made off with a large amount of diesel, which is a major hit for a local business and its hard-working staff,” he said. <\/p>\n
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Two men were seen filling a fuel trailer, a fuel pod and drums with diesel from an on-site tank. (File image). (Source: Getty)<\/p>\n
“Both people involved have attempted to hide their identity, but we\u2019re continuing to make inquiries to hold these offenders to account. <\/p>\n
Sandbrook said police “will not accept this offending in our community”. <\/p>\n
\u201cA scene of crime officer has processed the scene, but we would like to hear from anyone who saw a white-coloured light truck towing a small fuel trailer in the Marton area around the time of the offending, or any other suspicious activity.\u201d<\/p>\n
Anyone with information was urged to report it online, by calling 105, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.<\/p>\n
“Offending like this hurts hard-working people in our community, and our message to people is if you see anything suspicious, please report it to us immediately.\u201d<\/p>\n
Last month, police said it would be watching thefts of this nature closely<\/a> as the price of fuel skyrocketed<\/a> in the wake of the Middle East conflict. <\/p>\n Just two days ago, two men were arrested and charged in separate early-morning fuel thefts<\/a> in Christchurch and Hamilton.<\/p>\n