Courts & Police
1 May, 2026
Man charged in Goulburn after alleged fuel theft
A 22-year-old man has been charged in Goulburn over the alleged theft of more than 900 litres of diesel from a Sydney service station earlier this month.
A 22-year-old man has been charged in Goulburn over the alleged theft of more than 900 litres of diesel from a Sydney service station earlier this month.
The man allegedly filled multiple large drums and jerry cans with fuel at a Mascot site about 7.15pm on Saturday, 11 April, before leaving without paying.
The total amount taken was 915 litres, valued at more than $2,800.
Following inquiries, officers arrested the man at Goulburn Police Station on Thursday. Police charged the man with dishonestly obtaining property by deception.
The man was granted conditional bail and is due to appear before Downing Centre Local Court on Monday, 15 June.
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