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Theft Type:
Reporting a Theft
Theft of:
Telecommunications Cable (Copper)
Date and Time of Theft:
11/4/2025 1:00
Broadcast:
11/7/2025 5:51:16 AM
Location
United States
Panther
WEST VIRGINIA
24872
MCDOWELL
Materials
Metal - Copper and Brass
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600
Diameter:
6
Weight(lbs.):
432
Total Dollar Amount:
13,290.00 (Estimated)
Additional Identifying Characteristics:
Approximately 600 feet of 300 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 432 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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McDowell County Sheriffs Department
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(304) 436-8523
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Unknown (numerous thefts)
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