Dufferin OPP are investigating two recent thefts involving significant amounts of stolen copper wire.
On May 7th, Dufferin OPP responded to a break and enter at a property near County Road 21 and 4th Line in Mulmur. A suspect or suspects had cut down utility poles and stolen about 300 meters of copper wire.
A second incident took place on May 10th, in the same area. Again, poles were cut and removed approximately 150 meters of copper wire.
The total estimated value of the stolen copper and related damage is approximately $180,000.
Dufferin OPP are asking for the public’s assistance in preventing these types of thefts, which can disrupt essential services and impact local residents. Please report any suspicious activity, especially vehicles parked along rural roads late at night near utility infrastructure.
