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Police apprehend two suspects caught stealing copper on the Prosper-Haniel premises

Suspected cable thieves caught at a former coal mine site on Tuesday.

Police apprehended two suspects at the Prosper-Haniel premises for allegedly stealing copper.
Police apprehended two suspects at the Prosper-Haniel premises for allegedly stealing copper.

Police apprehend two suspects caught stealing copper on the Prosper-Haniel premises

In a significant development in the ongoing investigation, police have apprehended two suspects involved in a cable theft incident at Fernewaldstraße, a former mining site. The arrests took place around 5:30 PM on Tuesday.

The suspects, one a 47-year-old Romanian man found on the roof of an unspecified building, and a 34-year-old man, were taken to the police station for questioning. The exact number of perpetrators involved in the incident, which was first observed on August 12, 2023, is not yet clear as investigations continue with potential other suspects in mind.

Upon discovery, the suspects were found to have dismantled thick copper cables, which they apparently intended to steal. A service dog played a crucial role in apprehending one of the suspects on the roof.

The location of the arrests is confined to Fernewaldstraße, the former mining site, but the specific building where the arrests occurred remains undisclosed. The fate or further actions taken against the apprehended suspects are not detailed in the provided information.

As the investigation continues, the public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

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