A series of fuel thefts being investigated across the West Country

Avon and Somerset Police say believe they are looking for one man (pictured) in connection with the theft of fuel from at least eight forecourts

The CCTV images released as part of the police's investigations
Author: Oliver MorganPublished 6th Apr 2023

A series of fuel thefts are being investigated at petrol stations across the West Country.

The man police are looking for is still being tracked down, with the Avon and Somerset now launching CCTV pictures of someone they are eager to speak to as part of their ongoing investigations.

Across the West Country, Avon and Somerset Police say they are investigating 8 offences in Bristol, Axbridge, Cheddar, Weston-Super-Mare and Nailsea.

The force say it happened between Monday 20 March and Wednesday 29 March, where a man drove into a forecourt, filled up a container of fuel through an open window and drove off- without paying.

They haven't ruled out any more offences, though, and say it's 'possible' more offences could have been made.

The man police are looking for is described as being slim and aged 35-45 years old - that's despite the two images published by the force are different.

In one of the images, the man has dark hair on the back and sides and he’s bald on top, with a dark goatee beard, while in the second image the man has a shaved head and no beard.

The cars involved in these offences were a silver Volvo V60 and a red Seat Leon.

Police say to get in touch if you have any information to share.

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