Police are investigating a copper wire theft in east Saint John.
The theft was reported Saturday afternoon from the 1200 block of Red Head Road.
Police said the wire was stolen from several utility poles, causing an internet outage in the area.
Investigators believe the theft occurred around 3:30 a.m. on Saturday.
They’ve asked for witnesses or anyone with video footage from the area at the time of the theft to come forward.
Anyone with information can contact Saint John Police at 506-648-3333, or make an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
