STATUS: Approved

Alert Details

Theft Type:
Reporting a Theft
Theft of:
Telecommunications cable (copper)
Date and Time of Theft:
2/10/2026 01:00
Broadcast:
2/13/2026 6:23:47 AM
Location
United States Eskdale WEST VIRGINIA 25075 KANAWHA

Materials

Metal - Copper and Brass
Name Brand/Serial:
Number of Catalytic Converters
Color:
Copper
Length:
250
Diameter:
2
Weight(lbs.):
225 lbs. +/-
Total Dollar Amount:
5,700.00 (Estimated)
Additional Identifying Characteristics:
Stolen material is approx. 250 feet of 200 pair copper telecommunications cable. Cable was cut down and stolen from utility poles in this area. Sheathing could be burnt or melted off, exposing bare copper twisted pair wires. If this material comes into a recycler, please notify Law Enforcement.

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Law Enforcement Information

Agency Name:
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Phone Number: (304) 357-0169
Email Address:
Officer Name:
Case Number:
2026-00004334
Broadcast Radius:
100 miles
Special Handling:
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