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Fresno, County Move to Curb Copper-Wire Theft; Council OKs Local ordinance
Summary
The Fresno City Council voted unanimously to approve a local ordinance targeting possession of stripped commercial scrap metal, part of a coordinated city-county push to reduce copper-wire and other metal thefts that officials say have driven up repair costs and interrupted services.
Fresno City Councilors on Thursday approved a new local ordinance targeting the possession of stripped commercial scrap metal, a step council leaders say will help curb a recent rise in copper-wire thefts that damage infrastructure and local businesses.
The ordinance, which the County of Fresno adopted earlier in the week, creates criminal and administrative tools aimed at people found in possession of stripped copper and other commercial metals without a clear lawful purpose. Council members framed the measure as part of a joint, city-county strategy to deter theft and recover stolen material.
Supporters said the thefts have real costs for residents and businesses.…
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