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Las Cruces Police warn that copper wire theft continues to be problem
By Dave Burge at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Las Cruces Police say the theft of copper wire from light poles and construction sites continues to be a problem. They are asking the public to be on the lookout and help them crack down on this sort of crime. Most of the incidents occur between the hours of midnight and ...
Key takeaway They are asking the public to be on the lookout and help them crack down on this sort of crime.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Las Cruces Police say the theft of copper wire from light poles and construction sites continues to be a problem. They are asking the public to be on the lookout and help them crack down on this sort of crime. Most of the incidents occur between the hours of midnight and ...
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