A recent string of thefts involving wires across Nanaimo have prompted RCMP to issue a public plea for help in finding those responsible.
In a media release, Nanaimo RCMP said they’re investigating several thefts of wire that have occurred recently in the central area of Nanaimo.
The most recent theft occurred sometime overnight on Tuesday October 4th and involved nearly 250 feet of wire being ripped out of light standard junction boxes located along Bowen Road.
The theft knocked out streetlights for four to six hours and cost upwards of $4,000 to repair and to replace the wiring.
This year alone, thieves have stolen almost 4 kilometres of wiring costing the city upwards of $30,000 to replace.
According to police, thieves have been focusing their attention io the area next to Wall Street, along Bowen Road and continuing west along Bowen Road to Pine Street.
“Investigators know from previous experience that only certain individuals are involved in these kinds of thefts,” said Constable Gary O’Brien of the Nanaimo RCMP.
“The pool of suspects is relatively small, but we do need the public’s help in identifying those responsible,” said Constable Gary O’Brien of the Nanaimo RCMP.
If anyone has information on these incidents, Nanaimo RCMP are asking that you call them at 250-754-2345.
