2 held over ‘fuel fraud’ on forecourt

TWO men have been arrested after a suspected fuel fraud was uncovered.

Nearly 11,000 litres were seized from a forecourt in Co Down.

HMRC chief Steve Tracey said: “Fuel laundering is an unregulated and dangerous activity.

“Illicit fuel is sold at reduced prices and motorists may think they are getting a good deal because it is cheaper.

“I would caution them to think carefully as the real cost is far from a bargain.

“I would urge anyone with information about this dangerous activity to report it to HMRC online.”

A 43-year-old man was charged pending further enquiries and a 29-yearold was released on bail.

DISRUPTED Fuel tanker