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Aug 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Copper wire theft suspect arrested in Ventura probe
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A months-long investigation into copper wire thefts that damaged communications lines led to an arrest in Southern California.
WHO: A serial copper wire theft suspect (name not provided)
WHAT: Arrested in connection with copper wire thefts that caused major damage and disrupted phone, internet, and emergency communications
WHEN: Aug 6, 2026 at 3:32 PM ET
WHERE: Unincorporated areas of Ventura County, CA
WHY: The suspect was arrested for allegedly stealing copper wire that damaged critical communication lines.
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