Police are investigating the theft of a large amount of copper wiring from a business in Swindon.
The theft, which happened at a premises in Scott Way, close to the Mannington Retail Park, occurred some time between 1.30pm yesterday, 27th February and 9am this morning.
It appears that the suspect or suspects gained entry by damaging a metal gate and padlock, and would have needed to use a vehicle to remove the large quantity of copper wiring.
Police are currently reviewing local CCTV but are urging any witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with information should call PC Lucy Grace from Swindon Community Policing Team on 101, quoting crime reference 54220020931. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
