PVC and Copper Wiring Stolen from Loudoun County Construction Sites

The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office has received four more reports of larceny from homes under construction this week.

On Monday, Oct. 20 around 7 a.m., an unknown subject(s) removed PVC trim from three construction sites at White Yarrow Court and Heather Mews Drive in ashburn.

On Tuesday, Oct. 21 around 5 p.m., an unknown subject(s) removed copper wiring and copper lines from HVAC units at a construction site at Cushendall Terrace in Aldie.

The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office says construction site thefts are becoming an alarmingly common trend in the region. In the first two months of 2014, there were 29 reported larcenies from construction sites. Two weeks ago, copper wiring was reported missing from multiple construction sites in Ashburn and Aldie.

The Sheriff’s Office is asking residents to report any suspicious activity seen at construction sites, particularly after hours. Items commonly targeted by the thieves include tools, building materials and copper. The thieves typically enter unfinished homes where materials and appliances are often left unsecured.

To report any suspicious activity, call the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office 24-hour-non-emergency line at 703-777-1021.