Hammond Police investigate copper wire theft at Entergy facility
Copper | 2025-12-23 23:49:53
Entergy provided several photos of a suspect, who appears to be wearing a gray or khaki t-shirt and pants, black gloves, and a head and face covering.
By Paul Ploumis
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The Hammond Police Department is investigating several burglaries at the Entergy storage facility at 411 Pride Drive.
Police say suspects cut through a chain link fence to gain entry into the secured facility during overnight hours. They are accused of stealing large amounts of spooled copper wire valued at approximately $90,000.
Entergy provided several photos of a suspect, who appears to be wearing a gray or khaki t-shirt and pants, black gloves, and a head and face covering.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5740 or through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa’s anonymous tip line at 1-800-554-5245. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.
Courtesy: www.wafb.com
