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70 Kilometres of Copper Cable Stolen From Bavaria Solar Park as Police Seek Witnesses

Police appeal follows signs of a coordinated raid at multiple solar sites.

Overview

  • Unknown perpetrators forced entry to a fenced photovoltaic site near Wernsbach in Neuendettelsau and removed about 70 kilometres of copper cable.
  • The theft occurred between Monday at 16:00 and Tuesday at 15:30, according to the police release.
  • Initial loss is estimated in the low six-figure euro range, reflecting substantial material and potential operational impact.
  • In the same period, chain-link fences were cut at two other solar parks near the A6 by Petersaurach, with any additional losses not yet confirmed.
  • Kriminalpolizei Ansbach is leading the investigation and asks witnesses to report suspicious observations or vehicles to 0911 2112 3333 (Kriminaldauerdienst Mittelfranken).