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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Windfarms in England hit by wave of copper cabling thefts

Copper thieves are actively targeting onshore windfarms in England, with organized gangs responsible for a dramatic increase in thefts of cabling and infrastructure.
UK news
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Spectrum says would-be copper thieves caused internet outage affecting L.A., Ventura counties

This morning, our lines were cut due to vandalism in Van Nuys that also affected our services in other parts of Los Angeles and Ventura.
Los Angeles
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

SJ woman repeatedly loses service due to copper wire thefts; 2 caught with 150 lbs of phone lines

I'm glad they got caught, I mean I understand people are struggling, everyone is, but still- go out and work.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

San Jose police arrest suspects in dangerous copper wire theft

According to the New York Times and the National Insurance Crime Bureau, metal theft has been an urban plague for decades, but it's been on the rise since the COVID-19 pandemic due to a number of factors, including a soaring demand for metals.
San Jose Sharks
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Spain: Police probe theft of high-speed rail cables DW 05/05/2025

Transport Minister Oscar Puente described the theft as a 'serious act of sabotage', reflecting the severity of the impact on daily commuters.
Madrid food
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Bay Area DMV office abruptly closes weeks before Real ID deadline

The recent copper wire theft at the Oakland Coliseum DMV office has forced its closure, severely impacting the availability of Real ID services before the May 7 deadline.
DC food
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

VTA blames spike in copper theft for delays after strike

Inspections are revealing an increased value of copper wire theft,” a VTA spokesperson indicated, highlighting thefts as an ongoing issue impacting their service restoration.
Mission District
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

Bay Area school abruptly closes after copper theft cuts power

Copper theft has been a growing problem in the Bay Area for years because the precious metal can be sold for a hefty profit.
Education
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