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Theft Type: |
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Reporting a Theft
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Theft of: |
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Telecommunications Cable (Copper)
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Date and Time of Theft: |
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11/1/2025 1:00
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Broadcast: |
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11/7/2025 5:50:25 AM
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United States
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Matewan
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WEST VIRGINIA
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25678
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MINGO
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Length: |
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600
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Diameter: |
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4
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Weight(lbs.): |
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375
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Total Dollar Amount: |
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9,231.00 (Estimated)
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Approximately 300 feet of 200 pair telecommunications cable (copper), and 300 feet of 50 pair telecommunications cable (copper) was stolen. Cable would have black sheathing on it if it has not been removed or burned off. This amount of cable would yield approximately 375 pounds of copper. State of WV has had numerous telecommunications cable thefts recently. Cable would look similar to what is seen in photos.
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 Cable Theft photo.jpg
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Agency Name: |
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Mingo County Sheriffs Department
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Phone Number:
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(304) 235-0300
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Officer Name: |
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Unknown (numerous thefts)
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