Robbers stole computer equipmentfrom
aVerizon
Businessdatacentre in London after persuading
staff they were police chasing criminals they had seen on the
building's roof.
Verizon confirmed the theft, saying "On 6 December 2007 at
approximately 2117 GMT the Verizon Business UK's facility
experienced an equipment-related incident. Services remained
operational during this period. Verizon Business, in conjunction
with the relevant authorities, is undertaking a thorough
investigation of the incident."
The Metropolitan Police's Serious and Organised Crime Command is
investigating the crime, thought to be worth up to £1m.
