Suspects sought after electrical cable stolen from central Alberta oilfield site
Alberta RCMP are looking for a number of suspects who allegedly stole a large quantity of copper wire from an oilfield site, causing about $100,000 in damage.
On July 6, Innisfail RCMP officers were called to an oilfield site at Range Road 40 and Township Road 360 after business owners reported the theft of a significant amount of wire.
Police say a group of suspects broke in through a gate and removed the cable, causing significant damage to the site.
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Officials have not released any suspect descriptions, but ask anyone with information about the theft to call the Innisfail RCMP detachment at 403-227-3342.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the P3 Tips app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
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