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CTV News
4 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
London man charged for copper thefts
A London man has been charged after multiple copper thefts occurred in the downtown. The 42-year-old man was responsible for three thefts from various locations between November 2024 and March 2025, reported by London Hydro. Video surveillance showed the same male for each theft. He's been charged with three counts of break, enter and theft, three counts of possession of break in instruments, mischief under $5,000, theft under $5,000 and trafficking in property obtained by crime. On July 8, the accused is scheduled to appear in court in relation to the charges. 'Theft not only increases costs but more importantly, poses significant safety risks,' said Chief Executive Officer of London Hydro, Ysni Semsedini in a statement.
CTV News
27-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Rising number of copper thefts from air conditioning units in Oshawa, police say
Police are warning residents in Oshawa of a growing number of copper thefts from air conditioning and heat pump units. (Durham Regional Police Service) Police are warning residents in Oshawa of a growing number of copper thefts from air conditioning and heat pump units. Durham Regional Police say residential and commercial properties are being targeted in the downtown core and surrounding neighbourhoods. Since the start of 2025, police say they have received 22 reports related to the theft of copper and wiring from these air conditioners. Police are asking anyone who sees any suspicious activity near these units to immediately call them.
CTV News
27-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Rising number of copper thefts from air conditioning units in Oshawa, police say
Police are warning residents in Oshawa of a growing number of copper thefts from air conditioning and heat pump units. (Durham Regional Police Service) Police are warning residents in Oshawa of a growing number of copper thefts from air conditioning and heat pump units. Durham Regional Police say residential and commercial properties are being targeted in the downtown core and surrounding neighbourhoods. Since the start of 2025, police say they have received 22 reports related to the theft of copper and wiring from these air conditioners. Police are asking anyone who sees any suspicious activity near these units to immediately call them.
CBS News
20-05-2025
- CBS News
San Jose businesses cited for buying "stolen" copper wire in police sting operation
Scrap metal recyclers have been targeted in undercover sting operations in San Jose, resulting in criminal citations last month, police said Monday. Detectives with the Police Department's vice unit conducted the operations at several recycling centers in the city following an increase in copper wire thefts, police said in a press release. Undercover officers visited the metal recyclers with spools of copper wire, electronic components, and metal items to sell as "stolen" property, with the help of the department's financial crimes unit and the city's Department of Transportation, police said. After visiting multiple businesses in the city, police cited three businesses for crimes related to buying, receiving, or possessing stolen property. Two businesses each received two criminal citations on April 9, and a third business received two criminal citations on April 29. "If you do business in San José, you have to follow the law," said Police Chief Paul Joseph in a prepared statement. "We will not tolerate crime, whether you are the one stealing the copper wire or purchasing it with the intention of making a dime off of victims." "Copper wire theft literally leaves our neighborhoods in the dark, threatens public safety, and drains resources," said Mayor Matt Mahan in a statement. "We are sending a clear message: If you profit off stolen property, you are part of the problem-and you will be held accountable. "
