The US attorney’s office has accused Phillips 66 Company of violating the federal Clean Water Act by dumping hundreds of thousands of gallons of wastewater from the Carson oil refinery into the Los Angeles County sewer system.
In an announcement Thursday, the Justice Department said a grand jury returned six charges against the Houston-based energy company for violating the Clean Water Act and failing to report its actions to authorities.
Phillips faces two counts of negligent violation of the Clean Water Act and four counts of willful violation of the Clean Water Act.
The company is expected to be arraigned in the coming weeks in the United States District Court in Los Angeles.
“Protecting our environment is key to protecting our community,” said United States Atty. Martin Estrada. “Like us, all companies have a duty to follow the law, so if companies pollute, they must be held accountable. My office will continue to be vigilant to protect our natural resources for all to enjoy.”
This is a breaking story and will be updated.
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