According to a Telegram post reported that a Moscow resident stole 98 liters of gasoline from a carsharing service, drank alcohol, then drove while intoxicated through Domodedovo and later received a real prison term. The court sentenced him to 2.5 years in a penal colony, revoked his driver’s license and confiscated his BMW. The incident has sparked discussion about responsibility for carsharing abuse. Source: @nmshhub.

Social media users pointed out that theft of carsharing fuel leads to heavy consequences, and many demanded tougher controls. Some recalled similar cases where drivers were caught siphoning fuel while intoxicated. The discussion highlighted that carsharing companies are now installing better tracking and monitoring systems.

According to legal analysts, the punishment fits the seriousness of stealing fuel and drunk driving, which are both considered threats to public safety. In Russia, drunk driving can lead to up to three years in prison, and large‑scale theft from carsharing services is treated as property crime. The sentence also reflects a growing trend of strict sentencing for repeat offenses.

The stolen 98 liters of gasoline cost roughly 10 million rubles, showing the financial motive behind the crime. Carsharing firms report that fuel theft has risen after price hikes, prompting them to lock fuel caps and monitor usage via GPS. Users are reminded to lock their vehicles and report suspicious activity promptly.

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