Creston RCMP Warn of Rising Fuel Thefts Targeting Work Trucks and Tidy Tanks

Creston RCMP are warning residents and businesses about an increase in reports of fuel thefts throughout the Creston Valley, police said in a release on October 29, 2026.

According to the RCMP, officers have recently responded to several incidents in which gasoline and diesel were stolen from vehicles, particularly work trucks. In some cases, thieves went after auxiliary fuel storage tanks, commonly known as tidy tanks.

Impact on local businesses and farmers

Cpl. Brett Urano, a media relations officer for the BC RCMP, said the thefts can hit people who depend on their vehicles hard.

"Fuel theft can have a significant financial impact on residents, businesses, contractors, and farmers who rely on their vehicles and equipment every day," Urano said.

He added that officers continue to investigate the incidents and that police are encouraging vehicle owners to take steps to reduce opportunities for thieves.

How to protect your vehicles and fuel

To help protect vehicles and fuel storage systems, police recommend:

• Parking vehicles in locked compounds, garages or secure areas whenever possible;
• Parking in well-lit locations;
• Using security cameras or motion-activated lighting;
• Using locking fuel caps and other anti-theft devices;
• Regularly checking vehicles and fuel tanks for signs of tampering;
• Reporting suspicious activity to police immediately.

Report suspicious activity

Police are asking anyone who sees suspicious activity around parked vehicles, equipment, fuel tanks or work sites to contact the Creston RCMP.