A man from Pittsburg was arrested at the end of January for allegedly stealing more than 4,100 gallons of diesel fuel valued at $15,065 from California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) yards. Identified by authorities after prior surveillance initiated by a concerned employee, the suspect operated a semi-truck to illegally access fuel pumps. After being pulled over for a minor traffic violation, his identity was confirmed. Although released from jail, the investigation into potential accomplices continues, with authorities still exploring the full extent of the thefts that occurred over several weeks in late 2024.
Authorities reported that a Pittsburg man was arrested on suspicion of stealing over 4,100 gallons of diesel fuel from Caltrans yards, totaling a loss of $15,065.
The investigation into the theft began after a Caltrans employee noticed unauthorized diesel fuel fill-ups and alerted the California Highway Patrol, leading to surveillance.
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