Meralco and the Philippine National Police (PNP) recently joined forces to clear illegal service connections in parts of Pasay and Parañaque. Here, they inspect a traffic pole in Baclaran.

They confiscated around 100 kilograms of wires illegally connected to power facilities. They also tackled illegally tapping into LRT-1 facilities. Some of the connections ran hidden inside pipes and underground, or were found in residential areas.

Meralco reminds the public that illegal service connections violate Republic Act 7832 and pose serious fire risks.

“Illegal connections are a threat to public safety which is why Meralco proactively campaigns against these so-called jumpers. We encourage customers to immediately report these to us and we will ensure prompt action on our part,” said Meralco Vice President and Corporate Communications Head Joe R. Zaldarriaga.

Incidents of illegal service connections may be reported through Meralco’s 24/7 hotline 16211 or 8631-1111 and its official social media accounts on Facebook and X.