The Sioux Falls Police Department would like the public’s help finding those responsible for the theft of a large amount of copper from two Sioux Falls businesses.

Approximately 2,500 feet of two-inch in diameter copper wire on a spool was taken from a business located in the industrial area off of North Cliff Avenue.

Tools, welding leads, welding extension cords, and lengths of copper pipe were taken from a business on West 12th Street. Both thefts occurred around the Christmas holiday and the total loss is estimated at $24,000.

If you have any information about this case, or any other crimes and wish to remain anonymous, go online to crimestopperssiouxempire.com or call Crime Stoppers at 367-7007. Crime Stoppers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest or indictment of those responsible for crimes. Crime Stoppers does not require you to identify yourself to qualify for a reward. If you live outside the Sioux Falls local calling area, use our toll free number, 1 (877) 367-7007.

If you witness a crime in progress or any incident that needs a timely police response, call 911 or our nonemergency number at 367-7000.