Police hunt man after attack on Doncaster BT phone exchange

Police have launched an appeal following the early hours attack

Police are hunting a man who stole wire and damage a Doncaster telephone exchange in an early hours attack.

On Friday 14 August, between 4am and 4.45am, it is reported that a man stole copper wiring from a BT telephone exchange on Tickhill Road in Bawtry, Doncaster.

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Police have issued CCTV of a man wanted over the incident. | Iconic

A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “The man is also reported to have damaged equipment inside the exchange.

“We are looking to hear from members of the public who may have spotted this male either on foot or driving.

“Please review your dashcam footage if you were in the area.

“Officers have carried out enquiries including examination of the telephone exchange, and we are now sharing an image of a man we would like to speak to in connection with the incident as he may be able to help our investigation.

“He is described as aged 40-50, of average build, and 5ft 10ins tall. He is clean shaven and has short dark hair.

“We appreciate that the images are not of the best quality, but they may serve to jog someone’s memory and the man may be recognisable from his clothing.

“Do you recognise him, or have other information about the incident? If you can help, please get in touch online or by calling 101, quoting incident number 139 of 14 August 2026.

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