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Pennsylvania court hears Freedom Fuel lawsuit over unpaid fuel

8/30/2026

Summary

KRSM Faces Lawsuit

A Pennsylvania court is hearing a lawsuit that KRSM sold stolen fuel to Freedom Fuel Network stations.
The suit says KRSM took over 1 million gallons worth $4 million from a Sunoco terminal and never paid.
Freedom Fuel Network, promoted by President Donald Trump, listed gasoline at $3.47 per gallon before July 4.
The White House said it had no dealings with KRSM, which called the case an accounting dispute.

Summary

Freedom Fuel Fined

New Jersey DEP fined Freedom Fuel stations $430,000 for environmental violations.
Six locations accrued $202,000 in fines before rebranding to the discount network.
All 17 stations are owned by Blue Owl Capital and run by the Kazmi brothers.
Egg Harbor station received a $50,000 penalty for illegal fuel deliveries during a ban.
Philadelphia Bustleton Avenue location avoided closure after fixing a failed license renewal inspection.

History

Historical Context

The 1973 Arab oil embargo, beginning in October, sparked nationwide fuel shortages and soaring gasoline prices in the United States. The U.S. Energy Department recorded a 300% price jump, with gasoline hitting $0.65 per gallon and $4 billion in illegal sales. KRSM’s theft of 1 million gallons worth $4 million from a Sunoco terminal echoes 1970s fuel fraud, tied to Freedom Fuel Network and Donald Trump’s brand. The pattern prompted stricter oversight, leading the New Jersey DEP to levy $430,000 in fines and spurring renewed federal scrutiny of discount fuel schemes.

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KRSM Faces Lawsuit

A Pennsylvania court is hearing a lawsuit that KRSM sold stolen fuel to Freedom Fuel Network stations.
The suit says KRSM took over 1 million gallons worth $4 million from a Sunoco terminal and never paid.
Freedom Fuel Network, promoted by President Donald Trump, listed gasoline at $3.47 per gallon before July 4.
The White House said it had no dealings with KRSM, which called the case an accounting dispute.

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