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In a brazen daylight heist, thieves made off with $50,000 worth of copper from an abandoned building in California, according to the Major Crimes Division (MPD). The shocking incident was captured on surveillance video, revealing the audacity of the culprits as they expertly dismantled copper piping and wiring from the structure.
Authorities report that the thieves arrived at the site in broad daylight, indicating a lack of fear for being seen or apprehended. The video footage shows at least three individuals working rapidly, stripping the valuable metal from various parts of the building. Their swift actions suggest that this was not their first job—a fact that has investigators concerned about a potential pattern of similar thefts in the area.
The abandoned property, once a prominent landmark, has been a target for vandalism and theft in recent months, leading to increased police presence. Nonetheless, the scale of this particular crime has raised alarm bells. “This is one of the largest thefts we’ve seen in this region. Copper is extremely valuable on the black market, and these thieves clearly know how to capitalize on that,” stated a spokesperson for the MPD.
As investigators work to identify the suspects through the footage, local community members have expressed outrage over the incident, highlighting the need for more security measures in neighborhoods with vacant properties.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to contact the Major Crimes Division immediately. Meanwhile, the push for enhanced surveillance and community vigilance continues, as residents seek to protect their neighborhoods from future thefts.
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