Waterloo regional police are investigating after copper wire was stolen from a Cambridge business over the weekend.
On October 6, at around 10:30 a.m. police responded to a report of a break-and-enter at a business in the area of Sheldon Drive and Conestoga Boulevard.
Police say four suspects broke into the business and stole four rolls of copper wire, valued at approximately $50,000.
An employee called police after arriving at the business and seeing four suspects fleeing.
Police are encouraging business owners and employees to consider the following safety measures to help prevent break and enters:
- Consider installing a surveillance/security system which can be monitored remotely.
- Ensure all currently installed surveillance/security systems are in good working order.
- Keep some lighting on inside for surveillance opportunities during the overnight hours.
- Report suspicious persons or vehicles observed during operating hours to police.
The investigation remains ongoing by WRPS’ Break, Enter, and Vehicle Theft Team.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777 or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
