Oilfield theft in Texas grows more organized — and more dangerous

NPR | By David Martin Davies

Published May 11, 2026 at 5:28 PM EDT

The state of Texas is working to crack down on the growing problem of oilfield theft. Estimated losses from stolen crude across the state total a billion dollars.

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David Martin Davies is a veteran journalist with more than 30 years of experience covering Texas, the border and Mexico.

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