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Recycling facility helps police catch suspect after 77 fire hydrants damaged
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · As published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· October 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The suspect had allegedly damaged 77 fire hydrants, putting lives at risk. General manager Phillip Harbison expressed his willingness to help, stating his dislike for thieves and the importance of keeping them off the streets.
From St. Louis: A recycling facility played a key role in helping police catch a suspect. The facility, SA Recycling, assisted authorities in their search for a person accused of damaging and stealing from numerous fire hydrants.
General manager Phillip Harbison expressed his willingness to help, stating his dislike for thieves and the importance of keeping them off the streets. The suspect had allegedly damaged 77 fire hydrants, putting lives at risk. Further details about the case and the suspect's actions are available from the source.
The recycling facility's involvement was crucial in aiding the police investigation and ultimately leading to the suspect's capture.
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Category: safety ·
Published: October 2, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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