2023-10-31 13:26:00
Transport companies have been victims of fuel theft in Hainaut on the French border. Thieves siphon off heavy goods vehicle tanks. These facts increase when diesel prices are high.
Giuseppe is the manager of a transport company. In 2 months, 4 trucks suffered fuel thefts. “Thief parks in front of truck as if parked“, he explains. “Then he forces the reservoir with a tool.“
The reservoir is therefore fractured and emptied. In one year, the company lost more than 5,000 euros including stolen fuel and repairs. Installing an anti-theft system doesn’t even deter thieves. “In 15 minutes, it is fractured and the diesel is taken“, this Guiseppe.”They are professionals, it’s a business.“
However, the company is located 500 m from a police station. In 2 months, 13 complaints were filed with the Haut-Pays police. She has advice to give. “Se park in a closed area“, indicates Commissioner Frédéric Demarcin. “And also place yourself where there are urban cameras, in certain city centers where trucks can park.“
The police invite victims of theft to file a complaint.
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