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Keyport, NJ BP Station Under Fire for Allegedly Selling Tainted Gas

Eyewitness News ABC7NYMay 5, 20252 min3,708 views
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Gas Station Contamination Concerns

  • ⛽ Drivers in Keyport, New Jersey, are complaining about possible tainted fuel at a BP station on Clark Road.
  • 🚗 Several vehicles reportedly broke down shortly after filling up, with drivers experiencing engine trouble and dashboard warning lights.

Official Investigations and Driver Impact

  • 🚨 The pumps at the BP station have been blocked off with red condemn tags following an investigation by the Office of Weights and Measures.
  • 📝 Keyport Police Department has taken at least 10 reports from affected drivers, and BP is reportedly working to address the issues.
  • 💸 Repair bills for the damaged vehicles are costing drivers thousands of dollars, with at least one repair costing $1,700.

Potential Cause and Reimbursement Process

  • 💧 Recent rains may have caused water to seep into a cracked tank, contaminating the fuel.
  • 🧾 Drivers who believe they received tainted fuel are urged to file a police report to be eligible for reimbursement for repair costs from BP.
  • 🗓️ The first complaint was received on Monday, April 14th, and authorities recommend checking if you visited the station during that period.
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