Authorities are investigating after they arrested a man suspected of stealing fuel from a Burbank gas station, Burbank police told NBC4 Investigates Friday.
The investigation began around 1 a.m. Wednesday when officers noticed a man was taking a long time to fill up his car at a gas station on Burbank Boulevard near Hollywood Way.
When officers approached the man’s car, they saw an open container of alcohol as well as a large tank in the back seat, according to Burbank police.
The man, who also had an outstanding warrant for driving under the influence, was arrested on suspicion of grand theft and driving on a suspended license.
Surveillance video from the gas station showed other groups of people had used the same pump before the officers arrived. At least three cars were seen filling up after a man appeared to open the pump.
The investigation is ongoing, police said.