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LAPD Nabs Copper Thieves as New Theft Ordinance Emerges

10/24/2025

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The Los Angeles Police Department arrested Concepcion Vasquez and Jose Garcia Avila for stealing $50,000 worth of copper wire in Mission Hills.
The arrests occurred the same day the City Council approved a new ordinance establishing a Metal and Wire Theft Reward program.
The LAPD formed the Heavy Metal Task Force in response to rising thefts, including on the Sixth Street Bridge.
The ordinance now awaits Mayor Karen Bass's approval.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Police Department arrested Concepcion Vasquez and Jose Garcia Avila for stealing $50,000 worth of copper wire in Mission Hills.
The arrests occurred the same day the City Council approved a new ordinance establishing a Metal and Wire Theft Reward program.
The LAPD formed the Heavy Metal Task Force in response to rising thefts, including on the Sixth Street Bridge.
The ordinance now awaits Mayor Karen Bass's approval.