EPA v. Costello Exterminating, Inc. et al.

Case summary

This case involved the misuse of methyl bromide under FIFRA and violation of CAA reporting requirements for methyl bromide, an ozone depleting substance, arising out of the joint investigation by EPA and the PR Department of Agriculture. The Respondents agreed to implement substantial injunctive relief designed to ensure future compliance with Commonwealth and federal pesticide laws. Under the settlement, the companies are paying a penalty of $8,000, based on documented inability to pay.

Defendants (3)

• Ramon L. Castillo OrtizNamed in complaintNamed in settlement
• Island Wide Pest Management Group, Inc.Named in complaintNamed in settlement
• Costello Exterminating, Inc.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• ISLAND WIDE PEST MANAGEMENT GROUP

  URB. LA RIVERA SE 1272 CALLE 38, SAN JUAN, PR, 00921

  Registry ID: 110070067674

Statutes cited

• CAA 114 — Record keeping, Inspection, Information Request
• FIFRA 12A2G — Misuse

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Costello Exterminating, Inc. et al.entered 2018-09-28

  Primary law: FIFRA

  Federal penalty: $8,000

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2018-04-25Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2018-04-30Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2018-09-28Enforcement Action Closed
• 2018-09-28Final Order Issued