Sheffield internet cables cut causing 拢15,000 of damage
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Internet cables were cut on Matilda Street in Sheffield city centre
Internet cables have been cut in Sheffield city centre, causing 拢15,000 of damage, police said.
South Yorkshire Police received reports that a man had opened a cable chamber near the junction of Matilda Street and Sidney Street, and cut wires serving nearby businesses and around 200 homes.
The incident happened at around 20:00 GMT on 13 January.
The man was of medium build, wore dark clothing and used a 3ft (36in) yellow steel bar to open the box, police said.
Anyone with information or who has footage of the incident is urged to contact police.
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