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.

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