$50K communication wire stolen; two suspects arrested

SABINE PARISH, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Authorities have arrested two men on Saturday night for stealing more than $50,000 of communication wire off of LA Highway 191 south of Zwolle.

Sabine Parish Sheriff Aaron Mitchell says deputies were traveling on Highway 191, just south of Obrie Street, around 9:15 p.m. when he noticed two men acting suspiciously.

Sheriff Mitchell says officers “located hundreds of feet of communication (copper) wire, a cutting saw, and straps lying on the side of the road. Other cutting tools, blades, saws, and pieces of wire were discovered inside the SUV belonging to Williams.”

“Detective D. Self was called to the scene to lead the investigation and questioned Williams and Vines about the wire. Both men blamed each other for stealing the wire. The communication company was contacted and said it would cost over $50,000 to replace the wire.”

Williams’ bond was set at $7,500, Vines’ bond was set at $5,000.

Sheriff Mitchell says if you wish to report a crime or any suspicious activity, contact the Sheriff’s Office at 318-256-9241 option 5, or submit an anonymous tip through our Sabine Parish Sheriff App.