Gas Theft Spikes in Tacoma

Gas prices are soaring, but thieves are stealing fuel straight from your tank—32 incidents this year alone in Tacoma. Thieves target busy parking lots, especially those with company vehicles, and police urge drivers to stay vigilant, use lights and cameras, and report suspicious activity. One pest control company lost $120 in gas and faces a $1,400 DIY or $4,800 shop repair bill—and their techs are still at risk. Authorities suspect this is part of a national trend, analyzing video and witness reports to track the culprits. The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office issued a similar alert after a Spanaway case. AAA recommends parking in garages, well-lit and busy public spots, or near exits and elevators where people are around. Stay alert—your tank’s not the only thing they’re after. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3c0ae37104a959dc