Record Copper Prices Drive Surge in Electric Vehicle Charger Theft Across Canada

Thieves are increasingly targeting electric vehicle charging stations to steal valuable copper wiring, costing Canadian utilities and charging operators over $1 million in the past year.

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EV charger thefts on the rise as value of copper reaches record high

Thieves have been capitalizing on the gains in copper value, officials say, with thefts costing Canadian utilities and charging companies more than $1 million in the past year.

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Record Copper Prices Drive Surge in Electric Vehicle Charger Theft Across Canada

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EV charger thefts on the rise as value of copper reaches record high

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