Telephone cables were stolen in two French communes, disrupting communications and leaving evidence behind.
Cable theft in two French villages
Telephone cables were stolen in two French communes, Lantenne Vertière and Courcelles, in late 2026. The incidents involved the removal of significant lengths of cable, disrupting local telephone services and prompting investigations by local authorities.Cable theft in Lantenne Vertière
In Lantenne Vertière, thieves are believed to have taken 2,300 meters of telephone cable between September 26 and October 15, 2026. They accessed underground infrastructure by opening manholes and cutting telephone tables, leaving behind a strap that was collected by the gendarmerie for evidence.Cable theft in Courcelles
In Courcelles, 3,700 meters of aerial telephone cable were stolen. The perpetrators cut the cable between two poles over a distance of three kilometers, affecting a total of 92 telephone poles and likely disrupting local communications.Impact of the thefts
The thefts in both communes have raised concerns about the security of critical infrastructure. Local authorities are working to restore services and investigate the motives behind the cable thefts, which may involve illegal resale or sabotage.
