DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – There has been a spike in reported wire theft from multiple locations recently. The Dayton Police Department is asking for the community’s help in preventing these thefts and protecting public infrastructure.
According to the Dayton PD, in many of these cases, the alleged thieves wore safety vests and used ladders to appear legitimate. They worked out of unmarked vans.
There are a few things you can check for if you see someone removing wiring from public infrastructure and wonder if they should be. Look for company logos / information on marked vehicles…