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(Fadian, Mangilao) The Guam Power Authority (GPA) urgently appeals to the community to assist in locating a crucial 150KW backup generator and fuel, previously situated at Swamp Road in Dededo and used to service a high-production water well. This generator provides backup power generation to a water well that supplies water to residents in the Swamp Road and nearby areas. Its absence poses a health and safety risk to residents, affecting their access to clean water.
GPA and GWA are actively collaborating with local law enforcement agencies to investigate the missing generator and fuel. GPA General Manager John Benavente stated, "We encourage the public to contact GPD or Guam Crime Stoppers if they have any information that can help us locate the stolen generator and fuel." He further remarked, "The theft of this generator is a matter of great concern for both GPA and GWA, as it profoundly impacts the well-being of our island. Public assistance is vital in helping us resolve this situation and find the perpetrators of this crime." As a reminder, Guam Code Annotated §43.31, "Crime Against the Community; Defined and Punishment," states: "A person is guilty of a Crime Against the Community if that person knowingly takes, obtains, or exercises unlawful control over government-owned, leased, or borrowed property or interferes with, obstructs, or takes action regarding government services in such a way that: (1) doing so creates a threat to public health and safety; or (2) doing so results in a deprivation of public services, such as utility services, the education of public or private school students, or any government service intended to benefit the public; or (3) does so for a purpose other than the original purpose for which the property or services were to be provided." The public can also report any information to GPA Trouble Dispatch (671) 475-1472/3/4 or GPA Safety Office (671) 648-3218/9. For updates and further information, please visit the GPA website and social media pages.
