Reports began being made to the Price City Utilities Office and Police Department about stolen electrical service ground wires and vandalism between May 16th and May 21st. Since then, the City has become aware of over 20 electrical services and dozens of utility poles that have been compromised by illegal removal of grounding wires.

The Utilities Office has been contacting affected property owners or their tenants as city employees discover more of these thefts. All property owners and tenants are encouraged to regularly inspect their electrical services for signs of tampering. If they suspect that something is wrong, they should contact a licensed qualified electrician to verify any issues. If theft has occurred, the property owners should contact the Price City Police Department immediately,
then arrange for repairs to be made as soon as possible.

The proper grounding of electrical services and utility poles is essential for the correct operation of the electrical system and safety of those who utilize or maintain it. Without proper grounding, customers could experience mild nuisances such as flickering lights, static over television and radio stations, and unsatisfactory operation of electronic equipment and appliances. In rare cases, events such as loss of life and property by electrocution and fire can occur. These issues are difficult to predict and can vary greatly depending on other environmental conditions.

If anyone has information about these thefts, or notice suspicious activities, please contact the Price City Police Department at (435) 636-3190, Utah Public Safety at (435) 637-0890, or the Price City Utilities office at
(435) 636-3196