A driver and two men have been sentenced to 18 months in prison by an Accra Circuit Court. They were found guilty of illegally tampering with Electricity Company of Ghana ECG meters. Their actions were aimed at avoiding payment for electricity consumed.
The court convicted the three men on charges of conspiracy to commit a crime and utility theft. These charges stem from their involvement in altering the ECG meters.
The illegal activity involved tampering with the meters to under-report electricity usage. This resulted in the company not receiving the correct payment for the power supplied.
The sentencing serves as a warning against electricity theft. Such actions can lead to imprisonment and a criminal record.
Utility theft impacts the operational capacity of essential service providers like ECG. It can lead to increased costs for honest consumers.
The Ghana Police Service urges the public to report any suspected cases of meter tampering.
Maintaining the integrity of utility infrastructure is crucial for reliable service delivery.