Crime & Safety
Palm Springs Police Seek Public's Help In Identifying Suspected Copper Wire Thief
The burglaries occurred between Oct. 19-28, when copper wiring and telecommunications equipment were allegedly stolen or damaged citywide.
PALM SPRINGS, CA — The Palm Springs Police Department's Detective Bureau sought the public's help Tuesday in identifying a man suspected of stealing roughly $34,000 in copper wire.
The burglaries occurred between Oct. 19-28, when copper wiring and telecommunications equipment were allegedly stolen or damaged throughout the city.
A photo of a suspected burglar was captured on camera while he's apparently utilizing bolt cutters to cut a wire line.
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Anyone with information on the suspect was asked to contact the department at 760-323-8116, and reference report #2610P-6311.
