Thieves Strike Charter Communications, Disrupt Service

The following information was supplied by the Manchester Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction where an arrest was made.

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Detectives are investigating after police were called by Charter Communications for a report of communications equipment being stolen. The incident happened on Jan. 23 at the company offices in the 1600 block of Country Stone Drive in Manchester.

Police said a large piece of communications equipment was stolen and phone and internet service was briefly disrupted for approximately 130 customers.

The theft reportedly occurred from outside equipment containers.

Manchester police report they do have a suspect who is a former sub contractor currently wanted for the theft.

Authorities said the investigation is ongoing and is a joint effort between police and Charter Communications.

Anyone with information on these crimes is asked to contact the Manchester Police Department at 636-527-9200.

Anonymous tips can be made to the St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-317-TIPS (8477).  

*Please contact Local Editor Gabrielle Biondo with any questions regarding the above reports.