Warning cable thefts may have caused power cuts during storm
Lincolnshire Police have issues a warning after reports of power cuts across the county.
Many people who experienced a power cut on Friday could have easily believed that it was due to Storm Éowyn bringing down the line.
However, according to Skegness Police, there may have been a crime occuring.
“We have been made aware of a number of power cable thefts across the county,” the force posted on social media.
“If anyone experiences a power cut, please call National Grid as there may be a crime occurring.”
You can report a power cut a number of ways:
Via the National Grid website: https://powercuts.nationalgrid.co.uk/how-to-report-a...
Or, by calling 0800 6783 105.
There is an incident number – 48 of 21 January – to refer to for anyone to contact the police on this. Call 101 to report an incident.