GUELPH – Guelph Police is investigating vandalism which caused more than $50,000 in damage and left thousands of Rogers customers without service.
Just after 6 am, Monday, police say a Rogers technician called police after discovering approximately 300 meters of damaged fibre optic cables near Kortright Road West and the Hanlon Expressway.
Police say while the technician was on scene he observed a ladder on the ground and saw a male carrying a tool described as a long pole with a saw on the end.
The male fled when he saw the technician, leaving the ladder behind.
The technician explained there was a section of cable removed but it would have no scrap value as it contained only fibre optic bundles which are or no value once they are cut.
Early estimates put the damage at more than $50,000.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Guelph Police.
