The Trinidad and Tobago Scrap Iron Dealers Association (TTSIDA) has strongly condemned recent acts of vandalism targeting infrastructure owned by the Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA), describing the incidents as a growing threat to national development and public welfare.

In a statement, the Association expressed deep concern over what it says appears to be an increase in such activities across the country. It warned that the trend is both troubling and harmful, particularly as it disrupts essential services and negatively impacts citizens.

While investigations into the incidents are ongoing, TTSIDA made it clear that it has no knowledge of any of its members being involved in the criminal acts. However, the Association highlighted a longstanding issue within the sector: the presence of individuals and entities operating illegally by purchasing scrap metal without the necessary licences.