February 8, 2013 9:04 AM
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Toilet pipe bandits flush with success in Albuquerque
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KOB-TV reports that Albuquerque police commander Will Roseman says authorities have seen a rash of thefts involving Flush-O-Matics.
Police believe the thieves' m.o. is to pose as plumbers. According to authorities, the pipes sell for around $30 on the black market but cost businesses about $400 to replace.
A police report says at least one Albuquerque-area recycling plant has been buying the stolen pipes.
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