Copper theft from AT&T lines causes internet outage in Kentwood

Theft/Property — Kentwood, LA — reported 2026-07-12

SUMMARY

AT&T crews are working to restore internet service to Kentwood after copper was stolen from their lines on Saturday.

KEY FACTS

• Incident type: Theft/Property
• Location: Kentwood, LA
• Date reported: 2026-07-12
• Suspect: not stated

REPORTED DETAILS

• Copper was stolen from AT&T internet lines on Highway 51 near the old skating rink in Kentwood on Saturday.
• The theft occurred early Saturday morning.
• AT&T crews arrived to restore services around 5:34 p.m. after a phone call with city officials at 3:56 p.m.
• As of Sunday, Kentwood remains without internet.
• A representative from the AT&T office in Amite stated that there is no timeline for restoration, but the town should receive internet access by the end of the day.