More than $4,500 worth of copper was taken from the former Wyre Wynd in Jewett City, police said.
The copper theft investigation began on March 10 after break-ins were reported at the former industrial business located at 77 Anthony Street.
Another break-in happened on March 18, where police said a sawzall was used to cut 5,000 pounds of 1 inch 60 strand copper cable from several areas of the building, state police said.
The building sustained more than $30,000 worth of estimated damages following the most recent break-in, polices said.
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Based on tracks found in the snow, police believe the suspects parked a truck on Anthony Street and got on to the property through a gate.
Troopers said the suspects apparently used an on-site forklift to reach the copper cables which were about 25 feet above the floor.
Anyone who may have any information is asked to call Jewett City Resident Trooper Russ Cote at 860-848-6500 ext. 5023 or text TIP 711 with any information to 274637. All calls/texts will remain confidential.
