Yangju City Dismantles Illegal Submersible Pumps in Jangheung Clean Valley, Files Criminal Charges Against Installers

Yangju City Takes Immediate Action Following Complaints
Strengthened Weekend Patrols to Crack Down on Unauthorized Water Extraction and Other Violations

Yangju City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Jeong Deok-Young) has dismantled illegally installed submersible pumps and electrical facilities in the Jangheung Clean Valley and has filed criminal charges against those involved.

A panoramic view of Yangju City Hall. Provided by Yangju City

On August 12, Yangju City announced that it had taken steps to remove the illegal submersible pumps and electrical facilities immediately after receiving a related civil complaint and conducting a site inspection on August 3.

The city subsequently investigated the circumstances surrounding the installation of the facilities and whether any relevant laws were violated. As a result, it confirmed violations of the 'Small River Maintenance Act' and other related laws and finalized the process of filing criminal charges.

During follow-up site inspections, no indication of repeated illegal activities, such as the reinstallation of submersible pumps and electrical facilities, was found.

With the increase in summer visitors, Yangju City has reinforced patrols and inspections throughout the Jangheung Clean Valley area. The city plans to visit the site even on weekends to crack down on illegal water barriers and unauthorized water extraction within the river, and will take action in accordance with relevant laws if any violations are detected.

An official from Yangju City stated, "Illegal facilities in rivers and valleys can affect visitor safety and river management, so we are checking the on-site situation and taking necessary measures," adding, "We will continue to monitor illegal activities in the Jangheung Clean Valley as well as in other river and valley areas."

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