Two men arrested in Montblanc for stealing 340 meters of copper cable

A suspicious attitude in Montblanc ends with the recovery of 340 meters of stolen copper cable. Two men have been arrested accused of thefts from public lighting and the railway network of the Conca de Barberà.

The events took place on June 1, 2026, according to an official statement from the Mossos d'Esquadra police through their social networks.

The cable theft in Montblanc

Details of the police intervention

The Mossos d'Esquadra detected a suspicious attitude that triggered the investigation in Montblanc, a town located in the Conca de Barberà. This vigilant patrol enabled the recovery of 340 meters of copper cable, a material especially valued on the black market.

Thefts from public infrastructures

The thefts affected both public lighting and the railway network, two essential services that depend on these cables to function properly. This type of theft can cause interruptions and risks to citizen safety and railway traffic.

Impact of the theft in the Conca de Barberà

Dangers associated with cable theft

The theft of electric cabling is a recurring problem affecting various areas, and the Conca de Barberà is no exception. This material is easy to sell and very valuable, but its theft has direct consequences on public service.

Response from local authorities

The rapid action of the Mossos d'Esquadra has allowed the arrest of the two involved, who now face charges for theft. Nonetheless, the episode highlights the need to reinforce surveillance and security measures at critical infrastructures.

Arrests and legal proceedings

Profile of the detainees

The two arrested men are under police custody and are charged with cable thefts in Montblanc. Details about their identity or background have not been made public.

Continuity of the investigation

The case remains open while investigations continue into whether there are more involved or if these thefts have occurred in other parts of the county or beyond. Citizen cooperation will be key to preventing new cases.

The reality is that cable theft endangers services we take for granted. Now, we can only wait for justice to do its job and hope not to hear about these assaults in Montblanc again.

Source of the article: Mossos d'Esquadra