While the truck driver has been released on bail, the two Eskom employees have yet to apply for bail.
“During questioning, the driver presented a weighbridge slip confirming delivery of the fuel,” the power utility said in a statement.
After arrangements were made to have the truck re-weighed, it was established that only 1,680kg of fuel was offloaded instead of the whole consignment.The power utility opened a case against the truck driver on 15 April 2023. He was released on R2,000 bail on 18 April.“On 18 April 2023, two Eskom plant operators from Kendal Power Station linked to the matter were also arrested and are expected to apply for bail on 24 April 2023,” Eskom said.
“Eskom continues to lose billions of rands due to the misappropriation and adulteration of these critical commodities, which directly affects production.” General manager for security at Eskom, Karen Pillay, said the power utility would continue to pursue those involved in criminal activity at its power stations.
“The arrest of these unscrupulous individuals is a significant step in our fight against crime in Eskom and the country, and we shall continue in our pursuit to ensure that the perpetrators face the full might of the law,” she said.
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