Monterey County Man Accused Of Stealing 1,000 Gallons Of Diesel In Series Of Fuel Thefts

CBS Bay Area

May 27, 2026

A man from California's Central Coast has been arrested after he allegedly stole at least 1,000 gallons of diesel fuel from local farms.

The Monterey County Sheriff's Office said their Agricultural Crimes Unit has been investigating a series of diesel fuel thefts throughout the county.

"Agricultural thefts have a direct impact on the farmers, businesses, and community members who help drive Monterey County's economy," Sheriff Tina Nieto said in a statement Tuesday.

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