On December 18th, a 22-year-old truck driver faced a tricky situation in Linn County, Oregon.
The incident: After getting fired, Jamari Bars, a team truck driver, made a bold move. While the co-driver was taking a restroom break, Bars removed the GPS device, tossed it out the window, and took off with the semi truck.
- He later detached the trailer and left it on the I-5 shoulder.
- Bars was found driving south on I-5 near Corvallis.
The company's decision: The trucking company decided not to press charges for the truck theft but opted to press charges for the stolen GPS. Bars received a citation for second-degree theft, according to KEZI News.
Moving forward: Bars was not arrested following the citation. The situation highlights the quick decision-making required after sudden job changes in the trucking world.