Friday, December 25, 2009
AEP Copper Thieves Strike W. Va.
WEST VIRGINIA....
While thousands were hoping their power would be restored in time for Christmas, officials with American Electric Power say the snowstorm wasn't all that kept them busy. Copper thieves, especially in parts of Boone and Logan counties, are stealing wires and conductors from downed lines, and some thieves are even going as far as to climb the poles to take the wiring. If you have information on the thefts, you're urged to call AEP's security hotline at:
866-747-5845.
While thousands were hoping their power would be restored in time for Christmas, officials with American Electric Power say the snowstorm wasn't all that kept them busy. Copper thieves, especially in parts of Boone and Logan counties, are stealing wires and conductors from downed lines, and some thieves are even going as far as to climb the poles to take the wiring. If you have information on the thefts, you're urged to call AEP's security hotline at:
866-747-5845.
# posted by Homer Owens @ 1:53 PM 
