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Theft suspects caught red handed during sting operation in Selma

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Dallas County deputies catch two theft suspects — in the act of stealing copper — during a sting operation early Wednesday morning. Sheriff Mike Granthum says deputies caught the suspects red-handed — prying copper off the old National Guard Armory building — in Selma. “We set up a sting operation at the crack of dawn…

Costly copper thefts under investigation in Dallas Co.

From the West Alabama Newsroom– The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office needs your help to find a man wanted for stealing copper — and causing thousands of dollars in damage in the process. Investigators are looking for 35 year old Durall Laister of Plantersville. Fifty one year old theft suspect Monica Morris of Chilton County was arrested Thursday afternoon. Sheriff Mike…

Road Sign Thieves Cause Safety Concerns in Lowndes Co.

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Road sign thefts — have been an on-going issue in Lowndes County for the last few years. Now county officials are looking to put a stop to it. Bill Tippett says stolen street signs — have him concerned about his safety — and the safety of his neighbors. He says the slightest delay in getting…