P2.39 million stolen fuel seized in Tarlac

MANILA, Philippines — Suspected stolen petroleum products valued at P2.39 million were seized during a police operation that also resulted in the arrest of two suspects in Tarlac City on Thursday.

The raid on an unauthorized fuel distribution site in Barangay San Rafael resulted in the recovery of 8,200 liters of diesel, a fuel tanker, a tractor head, fuel pumps, hoses and other equipment.

Police said the suspects failed to show documents authorizing them to sell petroleum products.

“Sale of petroleum products is governed by rules. The raid was not all about seizure, but also about protecting legitimate businesses, consumers and the public,” Philippine National Police chief. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said.