Caught: Fugitive arrested just hours after being profiled

Fugitive of the Week: Stole copper tubing
July 12

DeWitt (WSYR-TV) - Thieves can make a pretty penny by stealing copper, and police say this week's fugitive struck one business in a big way. Bill Simmons, 47, was indicted but hasn't answered to criminal mischief charges yet, because police can't find him. That's why their asking for your help.

Simmons says he collected about $30,000 worth of copper and other metals from large air conditioning units at a business near Carrier Circle in DeWitt. In the process he caused a lot of damage.

"Mr. Simmons has done this in the past," said Joe Ciciarelli, Fugitive Task Force Supervisor. "He's had over 50 arrests, from burglary to robbery, as well as resisting police when he has contact with them."

Simmons has lived in many places, including Town of Salina, Mattydale, North Syracuse, Brewerton, and Cicero.  Police say he could be anywhere.

Additionally, he's fought with police when he's been arrested, so officers do consider him to be a dangerous man.

He is six feet tall, weighs 190 pounds, has brown hair and blue eyes, and a scar on his nose.

If you see Simmons, or know where he is, give the Fugitive Task Force a call at 473-7625. All calls will remain confidential.