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The Sierra Leone Water Company (SALWACO) is increasingly grappling with incidents of theft and vandalism that threaten the stability and efficiency of water supply services nationwide.
Recent reports highlight the damaging impact of these criminal activities on the company’s operations, particularly in Kailahun District.
According to a recent incident report, unscrupulous individuals targeted a SALWACO facility in Kailahun, destroying critical control panel cables essential for water management.
Security personnel on patrol attempted to intercept the perpetrators, who fled the scene, leaving behind various gadgets including phones, clothes, and bags—unidentified items that may provide crucial leads for investigators.
The SALWACO Kailahun Station Manager, in collaboration with local law enforcement, promptly alerted the police to the attack. The company’s Regional Manager for the East confirmed that investigations are underway, and several suspects have already been detained to aid in uncovering those responsible.
Salvaging the damaged infrastructure is vital, as such acts of vandalism significantly hamper water distribution and service delivery. SALWACO strongly condemns these acts of sabotage, emphasizing that they not only cause financial loss but also undermine public trust in essential water services.
The company underscores that acts of theft and vandalism are detrimental to national development, especially in sectors vital for public health and welfare.
The organization is also calling on community members to assist security efforts through community policing initiatives and to remain vigilant. SALWACO has recently upgraded its security and traceability systems, but ongoing criminal activities threaten to reverse these gains.
The company urges law enforcement agencies to expedite investigations and bring perpetrators to justice. Such acts of vandalism are not only criminal but also jeopardize the progress Sierra Leone has made in improving water access. SALWACO reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding infrastructure and calls for collective responsibility to prevent future incidents.
