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Thieves Steal 100 Liters of Diesel From Construction Vehicles in Bavaria

The case fits a recent run of fuel thefts reported across Germany.

Overview

  • Unknown thieves drained about 100 liters of diesel from two construction vehicles at a porcelain factory in Schirnding, Bavaria.
  • Police say the thieves pried open a truck's tank cap to take about 70 liters and removed roughly 30 liters from a wheel loader.
  • Two truck batteries, a jumper cable and a toolbox were also taken from the site.
  • Officers estimate the total loss at about €1,000 and have not identified any suspects.
  • Recent reports describe similar thefts in Sachsen-Anhalt involving about 450 liters, with high fuel prices and possible resale cited as likely motives.