Matthews Ridge without power

— after station operator sold generator’s turbocharger

THE Hinterland Electrification Company Inc., an agency within the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, has filed a report to the ministry of the theft of a turbocharger from the generator at Matthews Ridge, Region One.

As a result of the stolen turbocharger, residents within Matthews Ridge are currently experiencing power outages. The matter has been reported to the relevant authority and the ministry is working to recover the stolen turbocharger or to have it replaced so that residents can enjoy the privilege of electricity.

A press release from the Ministry of Public Infrastructure stated that last weekend, as the mechanical engineer conducted maintenance work on the generators, he observed several parts were missing from the 156VA Cummins generator.

An investigation was immediately launched at the power station to find the missing equipment. It was upon this investigation that the station operator confessed that he had removed the turbocharger from the generator and sold it to a miner.

The station operator is currently in custody at the Matthews Ridge Police Station as investigation continues for the recovery of the stolen equipment.

While residents are experiencing power outages, the ministry assured the residents of Matthews Ridge that they are working towards the recovery of the stolen turbocharger. The ministry also pleaded with the residents to remain patient as it works towards restoring normalcy.

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