Power cables were stolen from Mizieb sewage pumping station on Friday, and there would have been a major sewage overflow had the theft not been noticed on time, a court was told today.
Police Inspector Michael Mallia, testifying during the arraignment of Christopher Micallef, 43 of Manikata,said that Mr Micallef had stolen cables worth €2,300 and caused damage of over €30,000.
He said there were two eyewitnesses to the crime.
Mr Micallef was also accused of relapsing. He was remanded in custody.