Nebraska
Nebraska woman faces felony charges after allegedly stealing $28K worth of gas by exploiting glitch
- A Nebraska woman faces felony theft charges for allegedly exploiting a gas station pump glitch and costing the station nearly $28,000.
- The 45-year-old woman used a double-swipe method on a rewards card to enter demo mode at the pump, allowing free gas, prosecutors say.
- The scam reportedly continued for several months until it was discovered in October, leading to the woman’s arrest in March.
A Nebraska woman allegedly found a lucrative quirk at a gas station pump — double-swipe the rewards card and get free gas!
Unfortunately for her, you can’t do that, prosecutors said. The 45-year-old woman was arrested March 6 and faces felony theft charges accusing her of a crime that cost the gas station nearly $28,000.
Prosecutors say the woman exploited the system over a period of several months. Police learned of the problem in October when the loss-prevention manager at Bosselman Enterprises reported that the company’s Pump & Pantry in Lincoln had been scammed.
NEBRASKA WOMAN ALLEGEDLY STABBED GUESTS WHO SAID HER HOUSE WAS DIRTY
Fuel pumps at the station received a software update in November 2022 that managed, among other things, rewards cards. But the company was unaware of a glitch that allowed anyone swiping a rewards card twice to put a gas pump into demonstration mode. In demo mode, the user could pump gas at no cost.
A Nebraska woman is facing felony theft charges for exploiting a gas station pump glitch, allegedly costing the station nearly $28,000. (Roberto Machado Noa/LightRocket via Getty Images)
A probable cause statement from prosecutors said the loss-prevention manager determined that one particular card had been used repeatedly to obtain free gas. Police were able to trace the card to the suspect, and video surveillance showed the woman pumping gas on multiple occasions from November 2022 until June 1, when the glitch was fixed, the statement said.
Authorities believe the woman not only used the scam to get free gas, but that she allowed another woman to use her card — for a fee.
NEBRASKA WOMAN GETS MARRIAGE PROPOSAL AFTER KILLING BIG BUCK ON HUNTING TRIP
The probable cause statement said the other woman told police that that she paid to use the card for “discounted fuel.” Authorities believe the woman paid Thompson $500 for gas purchases that should have cost about $700.
All told, the card was used 510 times, and more than 7,400 gallons of gas were pumped for free, the probable cause statement said.
The suspect is free on bond and has a court hearing April 11. A phone message was left Tuesday with her attorney.
Nebraska Game and Parks is offering residents a chance to win prizes simply for getting outside and moving, as part of a challenge honoring America’s 250th birthday.
The Outdoor Nebraska 250-Mile Challenge invites participants to log miles through activities like walking, running, kayaking, horseback riding and more using any fitness app. The goal is to reach 250 miles before the end of the year. Once completed, participants fill out a form on the Nebraska Game and Parks website to become eligible for prizes.
Mike Selman, a regular walker at Zorinsky Lake, said the challenge caught his attention.
“I think it’s great, as long as you put in the time and effort,” Selman said.
Selman said getting outdoors is already a big part of his routine.
“I absolutely love it, I love being outdoors, just the beauty, the nature, the trees, the water,” Selman said.
He said one of his favorite aspects of the challenge is the opportunity to explore Nebraska’s many outdoor spaces.
“Especially here, around Zorinsky, Standing Bear, Flanagan, you got great opportunities and great places to go,” Selman said.
When asked if he planned to submit his miles, Selman did not hesitate.
“I’ll definitely think about it, most definitely,” Selman said.
Between Memorial Day and the end of the year, logging just over 1 mile a day would be enough to reach the 250-mile goal and qualify for prizes.
Download our apps today for all of our latest coverage.
Get the latest news and weather delivered straight to your inbox.
We’ll have to wait a bit longer to get into the Cowgirls’ Super Regional.
A rainy night in Lincoln meant the teams only managed to get four outs into the Super between Oklahoma State and Nebraska. The game is tied at 0. The weather delay lasted about two hours before they called it.
The game will resume at 4 p.m. Friday and be televised on ESPN2. They will not play another game Friday, as Game 2 will now take place at 4 p.m. Saturday.
The Nebraska football team added its third 2027 offensive line commitment and addition from the state of Georgia on Wednesday.
Loganville (Ga.) Grayson offensive lineman KD Jones officially announced his commitment to NU this week. The 6-foot-4, 270-pound Jones picked the Huskers over Georgia Tech, Auburn, Kentucky and Virginia Tech. He visited Lincoln on May 6 and is scheduled to take his official visit to Nebraska on June 6.
***JOIN HuskerOnline for $1 for your first 5 days, then get 50% off your first year***
The Huskers first offered Jones in April, after offensive line coach Geep Wade had previously been recruiting him at Georgia Tech.
“Coach Wade called me and offered me today,” Jones told HuskerOnline on Apr. 25. “He has been on me for a long time, ever since he was at Tech. So his interest wasn’t anything new to me. He came to watch me train at school and was amazed. He offered the next day.”
Jones joins safety Corey Hadley from the state of Georgia in NU’s 2027 recruiting class.
“I knew nothing about Nebraska before the offer,” Jones said in April. But now that Coach Wade and Coach (Lonnie) Teasley are there, I know I can trust them.”
Jones had planned to take official visits to all the schools recruiting him, but his early commitment to NU appears to have shut down those visits.
He jones Omaha (Neb.) Millard North’s Matt Erickson and fellow Grayson product Jordan Agbanoma are the other offensive linemen in the Huskers’ 2027 recruiting class. He’s now the 10th commitment in Nebraska’s class of 2027.
Never miss breaking news or another HuskerOnline article again. Click HERE to sign up for HuskerOnline’s Daily and Breaking News Newsletters
-
Kentucky6 seconds agoSix Kentucky hospitals to receive portion of $105 million in FEMA funds
-
Louisiana6 minutes agoPortion of Louisiana Highway 1 to be named after fallen Vivian officer
-
Maine12 minutes agoMaine ballot initiative to prevent trans athletes in girls sports could be ruled invalid
-
Maryland18 minutes agoGovernor Moore Continues “Delivering for Maryland” Tour in Allegany and Garrett Counties One Year after Historic Floods, Highlighting Infrastructure and Recover
-
Michigan24 minutes agoHarmful microplastics were found in Lake Michigan and the Chicago River
-
Massachusetts30 minutes agoMassachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial hosts annual rededication ceremony – Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News
-
Minnesota36 minutes agoSt. Paul business owner charged in $4M Minnesota Medicaid fraud scheme
-
Mississippi42 minutes agoWhy Mississippi State upset of OU in super regional was so unlikely in 10 crazy stats
