Energy theft news

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The video reports in this campaign are true stories that have been dramatised to raise awareness of the dangers of energy theft. Real life stories are always around you. You can read more about the shocking realities of energy theft below.

VIDEO Don’t let energy theft go unreported

Energy theft is all around you. Watch this report based on true stories and read more here.

PRISON Meter tampering newsagent jailed for risking lives

The owner of a well-known newsagent has been sentenced to 3 months in prison for stealing energy.

VIDEO Danger of energy theft to communities

Fires can be caused by meter tampering. Watch this report based on true stories and read more here.

VIDEO Potential energy theft incident

Meter tampering can cause explosions. Find out more in this report and read real life stories here.

Convicted Business owner convicted of stealing electricity

For the sake of saving a bit of money on the bills for his business, the former gym owner ended up with a hefty price to pay.

Jailed Not-so “Happy House” takeaway owner jailed

A takeaway owner in Leeds was found guilty of stealing over £15,000 worth of gas over more than 10 years.

Tampered meter Some killers will never be caught!

Explosions from gas theft usually destroy the tampered meter so there’s rarely any evidence

Video How to report energy theft

Watch our latest video and you'll see how easy it is to report gas and electricity theft.

Energy thieves are putting innocent people at great risk. This new reporting line will provide a much needed service for anyone that is worried.

Crimestoppers

Report anonymously

Meter cheating means tampering with the meter so it doesn’t record how much electricity or gas is being used or trying to bypass the meter completely.

If you spot energy theft anywhere, report it anonymously now.