Businesses across southern Ontario, including in York Region, are being targeted by wire thieves, police say.
Investigators believe the suspects have targeted businesses in Waterloo Region, Woodstock, Guelph, York Region, and Durham Region, according to a Waterloo Regional Police Service news.
Since March 29, 11 businesses in Waterloo region have been targeted for large-scale industrial wire thefts, police said.
Police are encouraging business owners and staff to take safety measures to help prevent break and enters:
- Consider installing a surveillance/security system, which can be monitored remotely.
- Ensure all currently installed surveillance/security systems are in good working order.
- Consider installing security film on windows/glass to help prevent easy entry.
- Keep some lighting on inside for surveillance opportunities during overnight hours.
- Install latch guards on all doors to protect against prying.
- Report suspicious persons or vehicles observed during operating hours to police.
WRPS is asking anyone with information to call police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
