St. Louis, MO – A man and woman were arrested after allegedly being caught in the act of stealing large amounts of copper wire in St. Louis.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, District 3 officers were called Tuesday to the 900 block of Lami Avenue to investigate suspicious activity. When officers arrived, they reportedly found a large spool of copper wire next to a running vehicle. A search of the area uncovered several additional spools of stolen wire.
Authorities did not release the suspects’ names but said the incident involved a significant amount of material. Photographs provided by police showed multiple large coils of copper wire laid out on the floor of what appeared to be a precinct office.
Police said the theft posed a threat to community infrastructure, stressing that such crimes can disrupt essential services and cause costly damage. The department stated the suspects will be held accountable for their alleged actions.
Copper theft has been an ongoing problem across the St. Louis area and nationwide, as rising metal prices continue to make it a target for illegal resale. Utility companies and municipalities have reported repeated cases of stolen wiring, often leading to power outages and expensive repairs.
The police department urged residents to report suspicious activity in their neighborhoods to help prevent similar crimes.
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