Birmingham, AL – A man was arrested Friday after a reported AT&T cable theft triggered a search and traffic stop in Jefferson County.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were notified around 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 13, 2026, of a possible cable theft in the 1400 block of Warrior Jasper Road.
Authorities said a detective in the area observed a male suspect in a gold Chevrolet Impala near a downed հատված of AT&T cable along the roadside. Due to prior cable theft incidents in the area, the detective attempted to investigate, but the suspect allegedly fled.
A search of the area was conducted, and the vehicle was later located traveling eastbound on U.S. 78. Deputies conducted a traffic stop and took the suspect into custody without incident.
Investigators identified the suspect as 26-year-old Eric Millwood. Deputies said an electric cutting tool and other burglary tools were recovered during the arrest.
Millwood allegedly faces charges including first-degree theft of property, criminal mischief, and possession of burglary tools. His total bond was set at $11,000, and officials confirmed he has since been released.
Authorities are asking anyone with additional information related to the case to contact the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.
The case may impact local workers and commuters due to infrastructure damage tied to cable theft incidents.
