Cherry Hill Gas Station Among 3 Accused Of Illegally Raising Price Ahead Of Irene

September 23, 2011 10:19 AM

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TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Three New Jersey gas stations are accused of illegally raising prices in the wake of Hurricane Irene.

The state Weights and Measures Office issued summons to the owners of a Delta station in Trenton, Lukoil station in Cherry Hill and a Citgo in Rio Grande. Inspectors claim the stations raised gasoline prices multiple times within a 24-hour period, in violation of the state’s motor fuels law.

Violators face fines of up to $1,500 if convicted.

Attorney General Paula Dow says attempting to illegally profit during someone’s time of need following a natural disaster “is shameful.”

The state has received 103 consumer complaints related to illegal pricing in the wake of Irene. Seventy-four were determined to be unfounded.

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Cherry Hill Gas Station Among 3 Accused Of Illegally Raising Price Ahead Of Irene

George Munyan

Where are the stations?
Laura

This is aweful and the fine is only $1,500 if convicted! Shame on them when people are in this kind of possible danger. I have had more then my share of problems with gas stations in NJ. Once I was charged twice on my credit card so now I only pay cash to those theives that walk away with your card. Once my pump was reset before I could look to see how many gallons were pumped when I said I wanted to put in $50, thief! Once I asked for regular and was charged for premium when I checked the receipt I signed after I drove away. NJ be diligent to report the thieves that own your gas stations!!!! I used to try to get gas in NJ when I visit now I stay with WAWA who are run by a family who cares about doing good business.