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Fuel Theft Ring Cracked in North Texas
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Law enforcement just smashed a massive fuel theft ring in North Texas, where criminals were stealing 1,500 to 2,500 gallons of diesel nightly using rigged skimmers at truck stops — all while stealing card data to fund their operation. The scheme, uncovered in April, spanned multiple counties and involved hidden fuel compartments in vehicles. Authorities executed raids in June, seizing skimmers, fake cards, and a laptop used to clone stolen info — leading to five arrests. This multi-agency crackdown, involving the FBI, ICE, and local police, underscores the seriousness of targeting large-scale fuel theft and identity fraud.
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