(FOX40.COM) — Copper wire thieves have struck again in San Joaquin County on Monday, causing an estimated loss of $20,000, according to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office. • Video above: San Joaquin County officials address spike in copper cable thefts
The sheriff’s office said deputies responded to three separate copper wire thefts across Stockton. The thieves stole several hundred feet of utility wire from several sites, which caused an estimated loss of $20,000, creating a potential risk to communication and utility services.
Copper wire thefts impact more than property, deputies said. It can disrupt phone and internet services, damage critical infrastructure, and create safety hazards for both workers and residents…