11/02/2026
The latest -$25,000 Copper Wire Theft Investigation Leads to Willis Man’s Arrest - MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- A Willis man faces a state jail felony charge after detectives with Montgomery County investigated the reported theft of approximately $25,000 worth of copper wire from the World Champion Centre.
On Oct. 19, the Precinct 3 Patrol Division responded to a reported theft at the facility, located at 28865 Birnham Wood Drive. Investigators learned that the suspect allegedly shut off power to the facility to gain access to the copper wire. The case was referred to the constable’s Criminal Investigation Division, where detectives reviewed surveillance footage showing the suspect and his vehicle. Investigators also used license plate reader cameras to identify and locate the vehicle.
On Oct. 27, detectives identified the suspect as Eric Stephen Townsend of Willis. Following an interview with Townsend, detectives Arrested him. Townsend is charged him with state jail felony Theft of Metal.
All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
https://montgomerycountypolicereporter.com/25000-copper-wire-theft-investigation-leads-to-willis-mans-arrest/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- A Willis man faces a state jail felony charge after detectives with Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable Ryan Gable’s Office investigated the reported theft of approximately $25,000 worth of copper wire from the World Champion Centre. On Oct. 19, the Precinct 3 Patrol Divi...