HOUSTON – The Houston Police Department and other law enforcement groups held a news conference Wednesday to raise awareness about copper wire thefts.
The HPD Metal Theft Unit, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, and Crime Stoppers said copper thefts are up in our area, with criminals targeting fiberoptic cables.
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Sgt. Bob Carson with the Metal Theft Unit said these wires are critical to our infrastructure, and can knock out internet and power for homes, businesses, and hospitals.
“It impacts the people’s ability to call 911. It impacts the pharmacy to be able to log in and assign you a prescription... It’s affecting everyone,” said Carson.
Officials say if you see someone suspicious pulling out fiberoptic cables, contact law enforcement immediately to investigate.