Public Radio for Northeast Texas

Copper theft suspects sought

By Scott Harvey

Greenville – Hunt County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for a felony theft in Greenville.

The crime occurred in the 10,000 block Wesley Street between 4:30 a.m. and 5:45 a.m. on August 23. A suspect or suspects forcibly entered a fence enclosing a cellular phone tower. Once inside the actor or actors removed several hundred feet of copper wire from the tower and the telephone equipment, with damage estimated at $75,000.

Information on this crime or any felony crime can be reportedly anonymously by calling Hunt County Crime Stoppers at 903-457-2929.

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • Email