ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — A video showing two unidentified people running more than 15 extension cords from an Albany business across busy roads and railroad tracks has sparked safety concerns. But the business owner says he’s more worried about the individuals involved than the electricity they used.

The video, which circulated on Facebook earlier this week, shows extension cords stretching from the Hot Dog King location at 1001 Pine Ave across Gillionville Road and nearby railroad tracks.

Braden Miller, owner of Hot Dog King, said they were more concerned about the dangers the individuals may have exposed themselves and others to after watching the surveillance video.

“We really aren’t upset about someone using our electricity. Our biggest concern is the safety of those involved,” Miller said in a statement to WALB. “Running multiple extension cords across two major roads and railroad tracks creates a dangerous situation for everyone.”

Owner hopes to help unidentified individuals

While the video has raised questions about why the individuals needed electricity, Miller says their circumstances are unknown.

“We can only speculate about why they needed the electricity. If it was to provide heat or warmth, that’s honestly more sad and concerning to us than the electricity itself,” Miller said. “We wish we knew who it was and could facilitate some kind of assistance for them.”

Miller also emphasized that the business does not consider the incident theft, adding that the situation was unlike anything they’ve experienced before.

“After 35 years in business, we’ve seen a lot of things, but this was certainly a first!” Miller said.

The identities of the two individuals and why they needed the electricity remain unknown.

WALB will continue following this story as more information becomes available.

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