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News Release: July 2008
A man visiting his mother in Huntington this weekend found himself stranded with no gasoline and three cars with damaged gas tanks.
Someone crawled underneath a truck, a van and a car outside Betsy Schofield’s home in Altizer and used a portable drill to puncture the gas tanks on both her vehicles and her son’s car. Schofield’s son, Jesse Mannon, was visiting from Morgantown.
Mannon discovered the theft Sunday morning when he got in the car to go back home. Mannon’s car started, but the fuel gage read empty despite a fill-up the day before.
Mannon thought someone had siphoned his gas, so he went back to the gas station and tried to fill up again. That’s when he noticed gas pouring out from underneath his car on to the pavement. Mannon then realized there were two drill punctures in the plastic tank underneath. He returned to his mother’s house and found the same damage to Schofield’s truck and van. The mother and son believe someone drained the gas in to other containers while Schofiled and Mannon slept.
Betsy Schofield says she can understand people are desperate because of the high gas prices, but she’s angry about the damage to her cars and says she can’t afford to pay for the repairs. The family says the crime also put them at risk because the drill could have sparked a gasoline fire.
Someone crawled underneath a truck, a van and a car outside Betsy Schofield’s home in Altizer and used a portable drill to puncture the gas tanks on both her vehicles and her son’s car. Schofield’s son, Jesse Mannon, was visiting from Morgantown.
Mannon discovered the theft Sunday morning when he got in the car to go back home. Mannon’s car started, but the fuel gage read empty despite a fill-up the day before.
Mannon thought someone had siphoned his gas, so he went back to the gas station and tried to fill up again. That’s when he noticed gas pouring out from underneath his car on to the pavement. Mannon then realized there were two drill punctures in the plastic tank underneath. He returned to his mother’s house and found the same damage to Schofield’s truck and van. The mother and son believe someone drained the gas in to other containers while Schofiled and Mannon slept.
Betsy Schofield says she can understand people are desperate because of the high gas prices, but she’s angry about the damage to her cars and says she can’t afford to pay for the repairs. The family says the crime also put them at risk because the drill could have sparked a gasoline fire.
t's not bad enough that gas prices are soaring. Now fuel lines are getting snipped and thieves are driving off with the gas from your car.
Thieves are targeting trucks, vans and other large vehicles because of easier access to the fuel line and the greater amounts of gas to be siphoned.
“I looked underneath and there's gasoline gushing out of my gas tank,” says Jason Duffin of El Cajon. “And as it turns out, I noticed a large hole that someone had cut through the gas filler line that leads to my gas tank.”
Duffin, his brother and neighbor, all had gas stolen from their tanks.
Darrell Rathbun explains how it happened. “On the rubber hose, where it connects to the tank, they'll cut the hose, run the tube, directly into the tank and siphon.”
Rathbun suggests parking cars indoors if possible to avoid theft. “If not, park your car as close to your home as you can.”Rathbun also spliced metal into the hose, “to make it a little more difficult, more of a deterrent if they try and do it again. Not going to stop them, but it will make it a little more difficult.”
Mechanic Ray Frey says it's a costly crime. Not only are you losing the full tank of gas but repairing the fuel line can run anywhere from $300 to $400. At Ray Frey Auto Center in Kearny Mesa, they've repaired one fuel line already this week.
“It was $350 for a hose, and $180 labor to put it in. Plus all the gas they lost, the price of the tow truck, price of the firefighters to come out.”
That’s because leaking fuel can cause a fire, says Frey. “It's like any flammable material, all it needs is a spark.”
“I had no idea I had gas spilling out of my truck, and it could have killed me,” says Duffin.
Thieves are targeting trucks, vans and other large vehicles because of easier access to the fuel line and the greater amounts of gas to be siphoned.
“I looked underneath and there's gasoline gushing out of my gas tank,” says Jason Duffin of El Cajon. “And as it turns out, I noticed a large hole that someone had cut through the gas filler line that leads to my gas tank.”
Duffin, his brother and neighbor, all had gas stolen from their tanks.
Darrell Rathbun explains how it happened. “On the rubber hose, where it connects to the tank, they'll cut the hose, run the tube, directly into the tank and siphon.”
Rathbun suggests parking cars indoors if possible to avoid theft. “If not, park your car as close to your home as you can.”Rathbun also spliced metal into the hose, “to make it a little more difficult, more of a deterrent if they try and do it again. Not going to stop them, but it will make it a little more difficult.”
Mechanic Ray Frey says it's a costly crime. Not only are you losing the full tank of gas but repairing the fuel line can run anywhere from $300 to $400. At Ray Frey Auto Center in Kearny Mesa, they've repaired one fuel line already this week.
“It was $350 for a hose, and $180 labor to put it in. Plus all the gas they lost, the price of the tow truck, price of the firefighters to come out.”
That’s because leaking fuel can cause a fire, says Frey. “It's like any flammable material, all it needs is a spark.”
“I had no idea I had gas spilling out of my truck, and it could have killed me,” says Duffin.
“It’s not a marked Tahoe, but if they bothered looking at it at all, they could see it’s a police vehicle,” Gilbert said. “It was more than a little irritating. I thought I wasn’t going to make it to the pumps.”
Fortunately, the tank wasn’t full — the thief came away with just about 5 gallons — but the sergeant barely made it to the nearest station.
And even though it was a police car, Gilbert said he’s not surprised he was hit: As gas prices skyrocket, gas tanks have become more like gold vaults, police say, making them prime targets to thieves.
“You can expect an increase in this sort of thing anytime gas goes up,” he said. “You’re going to get drive-aways from the pumps, you’re going to get siphoning.”
Gas prices in Oregon averaged about $3.42 a gallon Sunday, 50 cents more than the same time last year, according to the American Automobile Association.
Gas thefts in Eugene appear to be climbing slightly, police spokeswoman Melinda Kletzok said.
A total of 123 thefts were reported between April 13 last year and March 11 of this year — 35 of which happened since the start of 2008.
Since then, police records show at least three more cases of gas theft, including two in residential neighborhoods on Taylor and Garfield streets.
In Springfield, only six cases of gas theft have been reported this year, Sgt. Brent Carpenter said.
But he suspects that the actual number is higher.
“My personal opinion is that they do go unreported,” he said. “I would guess that the more expensive gas gets, the more likely it would be that thefts occur.”
Most thieves siphon gas by inserting a hose and draining the tank into a gas can, he said. A few others have been known to cut the gas line underneath a car.
But taking simple steps such as purchasing a locking gas cap from an auto parts store will probably keep your tank from being tapped, Carpenter said.
“Most of these people are convenience thieves,” he said. “There’s plenty of cars out there; it’s not like you can’t walk to the next house or the next street.
“They’re looking for something that’s pretty easy to do and pretty quick.”
Gilbert, of the Eugene police, said being aware of out-of-place strangers in the neighborhood can often be the best deterrent.
“If you see someone walking around your neighborhood with a gas can and a siphon hose, it’s time to call the cops,” he said. “It’s better to call the cops than find out the whole neighborhood gets hit.”
LUTZ -- A thief drilled through a fuel tank to steal gas, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office said.
When Mike Mathiau stepped out of his house to get into his van, he noticed the strong smell of gasoline. He also noticed that his fuel gauge was at empty when he got into the van. He said he heard about another family getting robbed in the neighborhood and also of gas thefts in Land O' Lakes.
Mathiau said a neighbor checked underneath and noticed a hole was drilled into the fuel tank. It costs about $500 to replace a fuel tank, mechanics told News Channel 8.
When Mike Mathiau stepped out of his house to get into his van, he noticed the strong smell of gasoline. He also noticed that his fuel gauge was at empty when he got into the van. He said he heard about another family getting robbed in the neighborhood and also of gas thefts in Land O' Lakes.
Mathiau said a neighbor checked underneath and noticed a hole was drilled into the fuel tank. It costs about $500 to replace a fuel tank, mechanics told News Channel 8.
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Reported by: Jenna Susko from Mobile Alabama
Reported by: Jenna Susko from Mobile Alabama
Thieves are stealing gas- not from gas stations, but from your car. NBC 15 News investigates the trend that seems to be going unreported. We also have a cheap solution to prevent you from becoming a victim.
With about $6 worth of stuff-thieves are stealing up to $60 worth of gas from every vehicle they target along the gulf coast. "They pried it open with a screwdriver and it didn't have a locking cap inside. They sucked about 16 gallons of gas out." Jim Jordan says someone siphoned $60 worth of gas from his SUV right outside his home. "I had just filled up the night before on the way home, and then I got up the next morning and it was on E."
Think its not a problem? People are even taping themselves stealing gas and sharing it on the internet. Advance Auto Parts Assistant Manager Joel Ridings says customers are coming in claiming gas is disappearing from their vehicles. "They had 3/4 of a tank and they came back out and only have a 1/4 of a tank. It's no different than unlocking your door. If you don't lock your door someone can open it right up." For less than 20 bucks, you can buy a lock for your gas tank. It should prevent thieves from stealing your gas. But Jim Jordan says if they want your gas bad enough, they'll find a way to get it. "If they're gonna steal it, theyre gonna steal it. It's just what all they're gonna break to do it."
With about $6 worth of stuff-thieves are stealing up to $60 worth of gas from every vehicle they target along the gulf coast. "They pried it open with a screwdriver and it didn't have a locking cap inside. They sucked about 16 gallons of gas out." Jim Jordan says someone siphoned $60 worth of gas from his SUV right outside his home. "I had just filled up the night before on the way home, and then I got up the next morning and it was on E."
Think its not a problem? People are even taping themselves stealing gas and sharing it on the internet. Advance Auto Parts Assistant Manager Joel Ridings says customers are coming in claiming gas is disappearing from their vehicles. "They had 3/4 of a tank and they came back out and only have a 1/4 of a tank. It's no different than unlocking your door. If you don't lock your door someone can open it right up." For less than 20 bucks, you can buy a lock for your gas tank. It should prevent thieves from stealing your gas. But Jim Jordan says if they want your gas bad enough, they'll find a way to get it. "If they're gonna steal it, theyre gonna steal it. It's just what all they're gonna break to do it."
From NBC News
High gas prices are prompting thieves to develop new methods for stealing, and one way gas thieves are targeting your car is extremely dangerous.
Many drivers take the extra step to secure all 40 gallons, but sometimes that doesn't quench the thirst for thieves.
At George's Auto Specialties, workers know what the tool of choice is, a cordless drill.
"They'll lay on their side and crawl under here and drill into the tank insert a hose and run into a gas tank," mechanic Michael Tarwater said.
The trickle of gasoline running down his parking lot tipped off Bob Tavernaro.
All vehicles are venerable. The crime could even be deadly.
"Extremely dangerous. It's putting a lot of lives at risk doing this. If they parked in a public area or a mall this is going to leak out and continue to spread," Tarwater said.
The only explosion for Tavernaro is his anger. His truck is fixed, but the frustration still stings.
"Not much you can do for it. If you want it they'll come get it," said Tavernaro.
Gas tank drillers hit his truck overnight a couple weeks ago. 150 liquid dollars was stolen.
"Very frustrating. We had deliveries to do that morning we just have our truck," Tavernaro said.
Repairing the holes is rarely an option.
Tarwater typically transplants a new tank costing $500 to $1,000
"Very frustrating. We had deliveries to do that morning we just have our truck," Tavernaro said.
Repairing the holes is rarely an option.
Tarwater typically transplants a new tank costing $500 to $1,000
Head Line: A New Twist To Gas Theft
Reporter: Doug Korstanje from WSAZ News Channel 3 Charlestone WV.
Reporter: Doug Korstanje from WSAZ News Channel 3 Charlestone WV.
Reported by: Brooke Beare Fox 6 News
By Andrea Damewood
The Register-Guard
The Register-Guard
By CHRIS ECHEGARAY
Published: October 10, 2007
Published: October 10, 2007
All across the US crime is on the rise with the trend for unique or different crime now showing. As the cost of gas rises this will become more the norm. If it is worth stealing, someone will find a way to steal it. A locking gas cap will go a long way to nip gas theft. If the opportunity exists a theft will do what is necessary to get what they want, even if it sounds stupid or risky. Drilling the tank itself is a no brainer for those who simply use a cordless drill to drill a plastic tank, or cut a rubber hose to get at your gas. The overall cost of this crime is not just the gas stolen but the cost of replacing the gas tank or have to pay for the clean-up. No mercy to the victims. Hooking the Prearmor to your factory or adding it to your existing alarm will trigger any violation to the protected area underneath your vehicle. Why wait for it to happen. Sounds like gas will continue to rise and so will the numbers of theft.
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KANSAS CITY, Kan. -- A spike in gas prices has led to a dangerous crime. Thieves have used power drills to drill holes in tanks on vehicles to siphon fuel.
Someone damaged Bob Tavernaro's delivery truck that way. The owner of Theme Party Emporium noticed fluid in his parking lot and found a hole in his gas tank. He lost 40 gallons of gasoline, and had to get the gas tank patched with a screw.
"You can get through the loss of gas," Tavernaro said.
But if someone had tossed a cigarette or a match down, it could have ignited the fuel and caused a fire or explosion, he said.
Someone damaged Bob Tavernaro's delivery truck that way. The owner of Theme Party Emporium noticed fluid in his parking lot and found a hole in his gas tank. He lost 40 gallons of gasoline, and had to get the gas tank patched with a screw.
"You can get through the loss of gas," Tavernaro said.
But if someone had tossed a cigarette or a match down, it could have ignited the fuel and caused a fire or explosion, he said.
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It takes guts to steal from a cop.
As Eugene police Sgt. Michael Gilbert slept in his north Eugene home recently, someone slipped a hose into the tank of his police-issued Chevrolet Tahoe parked in the driveway and almost completely drained its contents.
As Eugene police Sgt. Michael Gilbert slept in his north Eugene home recently, someone slipped a hose into the tank of his police-issued Chevrolet Tahoe parked in the driveway and almost completely drained its contents.
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