Three Youths Arrested Over Rs 4,711 Diesel Theft in Udupi
By ETF Desk
Police in Udupi arrested three young men after they were caught taking a diesel load worth Rs 4,711 without payment from a local supply depot. The incident, which took place early this morning near the main road, led to immediate booking and questioning of the suspects under the state's motor vehicle and theft provisions.
Diesel theft has become a growing concern in Karnataka, with several reports of unreported fuel siphoning and fraudulent transactions in recent months. Local authorities have warned businesses to be vigilant, and the state has recently tightened surveillance at fuel depots pending an investigation into such incidents.
The theft not only represented a significant financial loss for the supplier but also raised safety concerns for the surrounding community. Police have promised a thorough inquiry and reinforced patrols in the area to deter similar crimes. Source: Google News – Udupi.