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Record Copper Prices Fuel Surge in Theft Across U.S.

11/30/2025

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Copper theft has surged in the U.S. as prices reach record highs, causing significant damage to communication networks.
AT&T reported losses of $76 million due to theft incidents, nearly doubling over the past year.
In San Jose, officials fill utility boxes with sand to deter theft.
The San Jose Police Department notes rising thefts and enacts laws regulating metal possession to secure industrial sites.

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Story summary

Copper theft has surged in the U.S. as prices reach record highs, causing significant damage to communication networks.
AT&T reported losses of $76 million due to theft incidents, nearly doubling over the past year.
In San Jose, officials fill utility boxes with sand to deter theft.
The San Jose Police Department notes rising thefts and enacts laws regulating metal possession to secure industrial sites.