The man allegedly stole the wire from a Home Depot, located 5025 Jericho Turnpike in Commack, on Thursday, Feb. 10, according to the Suffolk County Police Department.
SCPD said when the man was approached by an employee in the parking lot, he drove away, leaving the wire behind.
Police said the man was driving a blue Subaru Forester with gold New York State license plates.
He was described as being 6-foot-2 and about 190 pounds.
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest.
Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-220-TIPS.
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