AG Nessel has launched an investigation into a BP gas station located in Romulus for allegedly price gouging unsuspecting motorists. The effort began with the filing of a petition seeking investigative authority from the Wayne County Circuit Court. The Court granted that authority. Last week, the Department began issuing Civil Investigative Subpoenas to uncover if the gas station has charged grossly excessive prices for gasoline. 

“With the price of everything already squeezing families, the last thing Michiganders and our visitors who are rushing to return a rental car need is to be taken advantage of at the pump. Allegations of marking up prices, here by as much as 72% over the average, call for a vigorous investigation. My office remains committed to pursuing those who engage in illegal price gouging to the fullest extent of the law.” -AG Nessel