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Gas Theft Worries Highway Patrol

August 30, 2005
By: David Schneider
State Capital Bureau

The price of gasoline has been at record highs but the State Highway Patrol says drivers may have to worry about losing more than money at the pump. David Schneider has more from Jefferson City.

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The State Highway Patrol says they're worried gas theft from motor vehicles will become an increasing problem. Lt. Tim Hull says some people are taking preventative measures.

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"The other day they were advertising locking gas caps for the newer type vehicles. It's just going to present a new whole set of circumstances and different crimes."

The Highway Patrol says if you drive away from the gas pump without paying you could lose your license. Reporting from the state capital, I'm David Schneider.