Burglars in Rhede make off with valuable copper cables
In the heart of Rhede, a crime has taken place that has disrupted the ongoing construction work. Between the 15th of January, 2025, at 4:00 PM, and the 21st of January, 2025, at 11:30 AM, unidentified perpetrators managed to steal copper cables from the construction site located on Alfred-Nobel-StraΓe.
The stolen cables were integral to the power supply of two cranes at the site, causing a significant setback to the ongoing project. The original information about this incident was transmitted by the Circular Police Authority Borken.
The police are currently investigating the case and are appealing for any witnesses who might have information about the theft. The names of the police officers responsible for media inquiries regarding this incident have not been disclosed publicly.
However, for media representatives, contact persons include Markus Huls, Peter Lefering, Thorsten Ohm, Ann-Christin Osterholt, and Muzeyyen Sander. The police have not provided any specific details about the method of contact for witnesses.
The stolen items are the copper cables, and the crime scene was the construction site in Rhede. The type of crime committed is theft. As of the report date, the stolen copper cables have not been recovered.
The police are still actively seeking the stolen cables and urge anyone with information to contact the Criminal Police in Bocholt at (02871) 2990. Alternatively, individuals can reach out to the Circular Police Authority Borken via their website: https://borken.polizei.nrw
The community's assistance is crucial in resolving this case and ensuring the smooth resumption of the construction work. If you have any information, please do not hesitate to contact the authorities.