Event Brief
Water meter thefts spread across Japan as copper prices rise
Filed: May 07, 2026 at 1:04 AM ET
Summary: Water bureau officials say thieves are stealing water meters faster as copper prices rise.
WHO: water bureau official
WHAT: Reports of water meter thefts spreading across Japan
WHEN: May 07, 2026 at 12:44 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: Copper prices rising
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