Permian Basin Oil Theft Ring Exposed

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

A massive oil theft ring in the Permian Basin has been exposed, with three key players already admitting guilt: Diana Marquez Rojo, Miguel Soto, and Luis Rojo. They orchestrated a scheme to siphon crude oil during deliveries, funneling stolen barrels to hidden storage tanks owned by Louis Edgett in New Mexico, while Brenden Floyd Strickland handled the logistics of moving the stolen product. Diana acted as a crucial liaison, coordinating thefts and collecting cash payments. Producers suffered significant losses, and surveillance caught suspects heading to Edgett’s sites. Ten others remain at…