Damaged cables blamed for widespread internet outage in Waterloo Region

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Waterloo Regional Police are investigating damage to telecommunication cables that resulted in a “widespread” internet outage on Friday afternoon.

The wires targeted were located near Speedsville Road in Cambridge.

While nothing was stolen, the damage was described as “extensive.”

“Repair crews worked throughout the night to restore services,” police said.

Anyone who witnessed suspicious activity on Speedsville Road is asked to contact Waterloo Regional Police at 519-570-9777 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.