North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation Diversion and Environmental Crimes Unit
Underground Storage Tanks: Underground Storage Tanks The contractor is interviewed and confesses to puncturing the tank, but notifies the church pastor of the spill. Church pastor tells the contractor, “cover it up and don’t worry about it.” The church is contacted by GCEH and the pastor states he is obtaining quotes for cleanup. The pastor was interviewed by the SBI and admitted to not having the tank pumped prior to having it removed and telling the contractor to wait and see what happened regarding the release of the fuel oil.
Underground Storage Tanks: Underground Storage Tanks The Church of God of Prophecy was issued an NOV by GCEH for the improper removal of the UST. On February 15, 2007, the contractor was charged with and arrested for one count of Oil Discharge Controls, G. S. 143-215.88 (B) (E) and the pastor of the Church of God of Prophecy was charged with one count of Underground Storage Tank Regulation Violations, G. S. 143-215.94 (X) (B). Both subjects are pending court in Guildford County. To date, the Church of God of Prophecy has spend approximately $14,000 to pay for clean-up of the released fuel.
Other Violations: Other Violations Felony Littering/Dumping Charges Investigation of the operation of un-permitted facilities. Falsification of records required by regulatory agencies. Defrauding of State Funds
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