Criminals caught red-handed for dismantling an ancient bridge on metal

Police in New Zealand have detained two men suspected of trying to steal metal elements from the historic Copu Bridge in the Waikato region. The alleged attackers were discovered during the dismantling of the structure, when the patrol decided to check the suspicious car.

The incident occurred on November 12 at about 18:00. Police were driving on State Highway 25 when they spotted a car parked near the old bridge. The car was already familiar to law enforcement in previous cases related to scrap metal.

Patrol officers stopped nearby and heard loud bangs and metal gnashing coming from under the structure. Suspecting the theft, they called for reinforcements and moved to a nearby new bridge, where they could see what was happening.

From this position, the police noticed men disassembling metal structures. Soon both were detained, and the car with the elements of the bridge was seized.

Inspector Mike Henwood said that the suspicions of employees caused the characteristic sounds that were heard from under the historic building. Due to timely inspection, patrol officers were able to detect the alleged crime directly during its commission.

The old Copu Bridge has historical and cultural value for the region. Therefore, damage to its structures poses a threat not only to the safety of property, but also to the object of local heritage.

Both detainees must be brought to justice. Police are continuing to establish the circumstances of the incident and ascertain what damage was caused to the historic bridge.

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