Copper Theft
Alberta police nab 2 men for causing $300,000 in damage during copper thefts at oil well sites
“This arrest will have a positive impact on the critical infrastructure in and around Calgary and ongoing trend of copper wire theft,” police said. Continue reading
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Nova Scotia Power warns of dangers of stealing copper
NS Power is issuing a warning after thieves have been cutting fencing around their power stations to get inside and steal copper. Continue reading
Port Coquitlam workers fired for allegedly stealing copper file grievance
The actual value of the material is unknown, but the city claims the workers sold it illegally for more than $75,000. Continue reading
7 City of Port Coquitlam staff fired over alleged decade-spanning copper theft scheme
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“I continue to ask myself how did good people make such bad decisions?” said the city’s chief administrative officer. Continue reading
Winnipeg woman warning homeowners after copper stolen from AC unit
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
A Winnipeg woman wants to warn people after the copper tubing was stolen from her air conditioning unit. Continue reading
Alberta family heartbroken after 5 grave markers stolen
By Quinn Ohler Anchor/Reporter
An Alberta family said in the last week, five grave markers were taken from their family plot at the Keephills Cemetery in Parkland County. Continue reading
At least 500 lbs of copper stolen from New Brunswick motel
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The theft caused significant damage to the motel’s electrical and water systems. Continue reading
Transit Police are asking the public for help after trolley wire thefts
Transit Police are hoping the public can help identify people who stole pieces of wire used to power trolley buses. Continue reading
EPCOR warns thieves leaving live power boxes open in Edmonton
EPCOR says it has noticed a troubling pattern over the past two months — thieves are taking copper from transmission boxes and leaving them wide open. Continue reading
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Copper thieves in Moncton stealing from abandoned homes, city lights and work sites
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
Moncton Fire Marshal Charles LeBlanc says thieves are even breaking into homes to strip away copper water pipes. Continue reading