June 1, 2023 - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office officials reported that EDSO Deputies responded to a reported theft in progress. The 911 caller reported subjects were siphoning fuel from rental vehicles at a local business.

Upon arrival, Deputies located a vehicle matching the description provided, occupied by a male and female. A full gas can, siphon hose, methamphetamine, and drug paraphernalia were located during a search of the vehicle.

The stolen fuel was returned to the victim, and the male and female subject were each arrested and booked into the El Dorado County Jail with multiple charges.

Drugs and criminal activity...not the first time we've seen that combo.

Source & photos: El Dorado County Sheriff's Office