City Power has confirmed the arrest of three contractor employees in Beverley Gardens, Randburg, after they were caught interfering with critical electricity infrastructure during an intelligence-led operation, reports Randburg Sun.

After receiving a tip-off, City Power security officials found the contractors carrying out a cable fault repair authorised for an excavation of about 20m. Investigations later revealed that the excavation had been extended to approximately 50m without approval and that an underground cable had been uncovered and removed without authorisation.

Isaac Mangena, spokesperson for City Power, said further investigations confirmed that neither the team leader nor management had approved the removal or storage of the cable.

“The material was allegedly taken to a storage facility instead of an approved salvage yard. Approximately 20m of 120mm aluminium cable was recovered and secured as evidence. The suspects were arrested on site and handed over to law enforcement. They remain in custody pending criminal proceedings.”

He added that the arrests form part of City Power’s intensified campaign against electricity theft, infrastructure sabotage, and non-technical losses, which continue to undermine the utility’s financial sustainability and operational performance.

“The incident highlights a growing trend of individuals within legitimate service delivery structures abusing authorised access to commit infrastructure-related offences.”

Customers are urged to report suspicious activity near electricity infrastructure to security and risk management on 011 490 7900, 011 490 7911 or 011 490 7553, or anonymously via WhatsApp on 083 579 4497.

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