‼️Copper Case Closed‼️
Last year, the Burglary and Theft Unit successfully dismantled a copper theft operation, thanks to the coordinated efforts of the entire division. For weeks, a group of suspects had been stripping copper wire from telephone poles across the city, targeting the highest points of the poles, in the early morning hours. Their actions, which endangered both themselves and the public, resulted in the theft of thousands of dollars in copper wire.
Through careful investigation, led by Detective T. Walker, the team identified the suspects’ methods and vehicle, by implementing a strategic surveillance operation.
In their last criminal act , which ultimately resulted in their arrest, the suspects attempted to steal approximately $4,300 worth of copper. The Burglary and Theft Unit, in close collaboration with Night Shift Patrol, successfully intercepted the suspect vehicle at Red Bluff and Bearle. Several items of stolen property were recovered, as well as the criminal tools that evidenced their crimes. The suspects were arrested, charged with felony theft, and found to have multiple outstanding felony warrants.
This case highlights the power of teamwork and collaboration within the Burglary and Theft Unit, with Detective Walker’s leadership playing a crucial role in putting an end to this criminal operation.
Another success story for the Burglary and Theft Division—maybe it’s time to start calling them the Burglary and Theft Task Force instead!
