WILLOW SPRING — Copper thieves caused extensive damage to a solar farm in the Willow Spring community, resulting in an estimated $200,000 in damage and repair costs.
The damage occurred sometime between Dec. 12 and Dec. 21 at the solar facility on White Memorial Church Road. Investigators said someone cut a hole in a chain-link fence to gain access to the property.
A contractor later discovered that numerous electrical wires had been cut. Authorities said many of the wires were taken from the site, while some were left near the edge of a security fence.
No suspects have been identified, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about the theft is urged to contact the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office.
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