Police investigating $300,000 copper theft

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 24-99174
Police investigating $300,000 copper theft

The Windsor Police Service is investigating after $300,000 in copper wire and other property was stolen from a business in Amherstburg.

On August 19, 2024, officers responded to a report of a break and enter at a business in the 300 block of Thomas Road. Officers learned that one or more suspects unlawfully entered the building, caused considerable damage to the premises, and made off with a large amount of copper wire and other equipment. 

The total value of the property stolen is estimated at approximately $300,000.

It is unclear when this theft occurred, and no suspect descriptions are available.

Anyone with information should call the Windsor Police Service Amherstburg Detachment Criminal Investigations Unit at 519-736-8559, ext. 230. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.