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UK drivers steal almost £200,000 of fuel every day as prices soar ⛽🚨 UK drivers have reportedly stolen nearly £200,000 worth of fuel every day from petrol stations since the Iran conflict sent fuel prices sharply higher. Data from hundreds of forecourts found fuel theft incidents have surged as motorists face rising costs at the pumps. Researchers found the number of thefts increased by around 20%, while the value of stolen fuel jumped by 48% after petrol and diesel prices climbed to their highest levels since the conflict began. Industry figures say more than £1.2 million worth of fuel is now being stolen every week, with both first-time and repeat offenders driving the increase. Some forecourt operators say thefts have become a daily problem, leaving independent petrol station owners to absorb the losses. The surge comes as UK petrol prices have climbed to around 160p per litre, with diesel approaching 180p per litre, putting further pressure on household budgets. #ThisIsMoney #Money #News #UK