Massive Fuel Seizure in Ensenada: Nearly 2.1 Million Gallons of Stolen Gasoline Confiscated
In a historic fuel bust, authorities in Ensenada, Baja California have confiscated close to 2.1 million gallons of stolen gasoline. This significant operation, which took place on March 27 and was disclosed a day later, originated from a tip-off regarding suspicious activities at a site along the Rosarito-Ensenada highway near El Sauzal.
The operation was a coordinated effort involving the Army, National Guard, Navy, the Federal Attorney General’s Office, and Pemex security teams. They executed a search warrant, uncovering an illegal fuel storage setup that included:
– 100 container boxes, each with a 19,250-gallon capacity.
– 46 tanker trailers, each holding 8,200 gallons.
– 19 semi-trucks of various models.
– 12 fuel pumps of different capacities.
– 2 office trailers.
– A cistern containing 1,050 gallons of urea.
The seized fuel totaled approximately 2,098,000 gallons, enough to fill over 120,000 average car fuel tanks. The confiscated vehicles, containers, and gasoline are currently under federal custody, as ongoing investigations aim to trace their origin and identify those responsible.
Local reports have pointed to possible connections between the property and former senator Gerardo Novelo Osuna, although no direct involvement has been officially confirmed. Fuel theft, known locally as “huachicoleo,” continues to be a major problem in Mexico, leading to massive financial losses. However, this operation marks a significant victory in the fight against such illegal activities and provides hope for further crackdowns.
Secondary Article: Strengthened Efforts Against “Huachicoleo”
As authorities celebrate the success of this recent interception, it highlights the ongoing battle against fuel theft in Mexico. According to experts, these massive operations are critical in curbing the billions lost each year due to illegal fuel siphoning. This success in Ensenada is expected to bolster future efforts and could signal the start of more aggressive measures against “huachicoleo” across the country.
Efforts to tackle fuel theft are gaining momentum, with recent government initiatives focusing on increasing surveillance and deploying more resources to hotspot areas. The collaboration between various security and government agencies is also set to deepen, aiming for swift detection and response to any suspicious activities. With continued vigilance and coordination, authorities remain hopeful that the battle against fuel theft will yield more successes in the near future.
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