Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Sarah Jane Lebrasse
Published on 2024-03-04 08:43:19
It is a crime to interfere with a high-voltage electrical cable of the Central Electricity Board (CEB), reminds the police. This information was provided by the police communication department this morning.
It should be noted that a person risks a fine not exceeding Rs 100,000 and a prison sentence of five years if found guilty.
In a statement issued on February 16, authorities emphasize that under section 41 C of the Electricity Act 2005, “any person who willfully damages, interferes with, removes or destroys any electrical facilities maintained or operated by a licensee shall commit an offence and upon conviction, the person shall be liable to a fine not exceeding Rs 100,000 and to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 5 years”.
As a reminder, yesterday, a pilgrim heading towards the sacred lake of Grand Bassin collided with a high-voltage electrical cable in Arsenal. The pilgrim’s vehicle was completely engulfed in flames after coming into contact with the high-voltage Central Electricity Board (CEB) cable.
Videos circulating on social media last night showed sparks at the top of the pilgrim’s vehicle near the electrical wires, as well as other sparks along the length of the vehicle.
Six pilgrims have died and 22 others were injured as a result of the incident.
Read the original article(French) on Le Mauricien
