‘I forgot to pay’: Victoria’s premier Ben Carroll drives off without paying for petrol, sparking police inquiries
Summary
Victoria’s Premier Ben Carroll accidentally left a petrol station without paying on Monday night. He realized the mistake the next day, returned, and paid the bill. Police viewed the matter as a minor, civil issue and do not plan to take further action.Key Facts
- Premier Ben Carroll filled up his car with petrol on Monday night near his home.
- He forgot to pay for the petrol but fixed the mistake the following day.
- Police contacted Carroll on Tuesday night through the Department of Parliamentary Services.
- Carroll had met with police and government leaders earlier on Tuesday.
- Police commissioner Mike Bush said such cases are usually handled as civil matters, not crimes.
- Carroll shared a story about a former deputy premier who also had a similar petrol payment mistake.
- The incident happened after reports of an increase in illegal drive-offs at petrol stations in Victoria.
- No further legal action is expected in Carroll’s case.
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