N.S. RCMP probe copper theft that caused $500,000 in damage at construction site

Nova Scotia RCMP is investigating a copper theft that caused $500,000 in damages at a construction site.

Police are looking for a suspect after a significant amount of copper tubing was stolen from a construction site in Lower Sackville, N.S., last month, causing half a million dollars in damage.

The RCMP responded to a report of a copper theft at the site in the 0-100 block of First Lake Drive on Aug. 20.

Police say someone entered the fenced-in area, accessed the roof, and removed copper tubing from several heating, ventilation and air-conditioning units. They believe the theft happened sometime the week before.

The value of the damage and replacement costs is estimated to be roughly $500,000.

The RCMP is asking anyone with information about the incident, or video footage of any suspicious activity in the area, to contact investigators at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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