Houston-area law enforcement, telecom providers work together to stop increase in copper wire theft
Local law enforcement agencies are working with companies that rely on copper wire and cables to combat copper theft.
RCMP seek suspect in Manitoba copper wire thefts
Manitoba RCMP are hoping the public can help identify a person they say was involved in two break-ins in the RM of North Cypress-Langford last month.
Three men charged in theft of copper pipes and wire at former Laurelton Center
Three men who broke into the former Laurelton Center in Hartley Township twice are facing felony charges after taking copper pipe and wire from the vacant buildings in
Thefts of copper wire on the rise in Houston
Criminals are after copper wire for power and internet cables. They recycle and resell the copper.
Kentucky lawmaker introduces new bill to combat copper theft
Senate Bill 64, sponsored by Sen. Brandon Storm of London, modernizes Kentucky’s infrastructure security laws, ensuring public safety and economic stability by preventing disruptions to essential services.
Copper thieves affecting telecommunication lines throughout Houston
Copper wire thefts are on the rise in the Houston area, according to police. On Thursday, AT&T, Comcast, Houston police, and the Harris County Sheriff's Office hosted a news conference to discuss the growing problem.
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New stickers aim to deter copper wire thieves in Tulare County: ‘It’s not worth a felony’
Copper wire theft has been a growing problem in Tulare County and throughout the U.S. Here's one way officials aim to help ...
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NV Energy: Attempted copper wire theft causes partial power outage to Las Vegas airport
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - NV Energy confirmed an attempted copper wire theft incident to a Las Vegas substation impacted a total of 12 customers. According to airport officials Harry Reid ...
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Stopping Copper Thieves in Their Tracks: How Copperweld® Makes Wire Theft Unappealing to Thieves
Repeat thefts are rare. Copperweld CCA building wire, for example, is so distinct in its construction that even novice ...
Kentucky bill would levy harsher penalties against those found guilty of stealing copper wire
"Copper theft is no longer just a property crime, it's putting lives at risk," Republican Sen. Brandon Storm said.
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Edmonton police issue warning over copper wire theft from switching cubicles
Edmonton police are issuing a warning regarding ongoing copper wire thefts and the tampering of switching cubicles within the city. EPS says since December, they’ve received over 20 reports regarding ...
Clark County sees no violations following copper wire sale ban
Clark County says it has not issued any violations to scrap metal businesses since the county’s copper wire theft prevention ordinance.
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Suspected copper wire theft at NV Energy substation causes power outage in Las Vegas
A suspected copper wire theft at an NV Energy Substation is believed to be the cause of a power outage in the Las Vegas ...
McHenry business accused of copper wire theft could face legal trouble
The Secretary of State was notified of Parker’s business operations, and the case has been released to the District ...