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.
AG Rob Bonta promises to crack down on copper wire thefts plaguing CA
California Attorney General Rob Bonta is intensifying efforts to combat rising copper wire theft and assist local jurisdictions in addressing the issue.
San Jose police arrest suspects in dangerous copper wire theft
Copper wire theft endangers lives and disrupts essential services like power and telecommunications, particularly increasing post-COVID due to higher demand.
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.
Suspects arrested after targeting copper in Morgan Hill light poles, causing $20K in damages
"Unfortunately when you look at street lights, it's pretty easy targets. Thieves are able to pry the bottom access door off and just pull the wire out," said professor Ben Stickle, Ph. D.