# Public transport fuel theft incidents

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/public-transport-fuel-theft-incidents
> Updated: 2026-10-28T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Reports indicate instances of fuel theft involving public transportation vehicles in different regions.

In Panama, National Police arrested a Metrobús driver and a civilian in the Albrook sector after observing them using a hose to transfer fuel from a state-owned bus into containers. The suspects and seized items were handed over to the Public Ministry.

In Bucharest, authorities are investigating ten drivers from the Bucharest Transport Company (STB) for the theft of diesel fuel. The investigation, which began in August 2026, covers thefts occurring between June and September 2026. Police have executed search warrants across Bucharest, Ilfov, and Giurgiu counties to gather evidence regarding the alleged theft, which reportedly occurred both during working hours and at night.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-28: Bucharest police investigate bus drivers for fuel theft

Ten Bucharest bus drivers are under investigation for allegedly stealing large quantities of diesel fuel from STB vehicles between June and September 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bucharest-police-investigate-bus-drivers-for-fuel-theft

### 2026-10-05: Panama National Police arrest driver and civilian for fuel theft

A Metrobús driver and a civilian were arrested in Panama's Albrook sector for allegedly stealing fuel from a state bus using a hose.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/panama-national-police-arrest-driver-and-civilian-for-fuel-theft

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