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Copper Theft in LA Leaves Residents Without Internet, Light

4/1/2026

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Story summary

Copper theft in Los Angeles, especially Van Nuys, has left residents without internet and street lighting after thieves stole copper cables.
Surveillance footage captured two suspects around 3 a.m., one shirtless, the other in a hoodie, stealing copper.
Witness Candace Cervantes reported a loud noise and slow police response.
Rising copper prices drive theft to sites including Little League fields.
Mayor Karen Bass suggested solar-powered streetlights could deter future thefts.

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Story summary

Copper theft in Los Angeles, especially Van Nuys, has left residents without internet and street lighting after thieves stole copper cables.
Surveillance footage captured two suspects around 3 a.m., one shirtless, the other in a hoodie, stealing copper.
Witness Candace Cervantes reported a loud noise and slow police response.
Rising copper prices drive theft to sites including Little League fields.
Mayor Karen Bass suggested solar-powered streetlights could deter future thefts.