Rise of copper thefts in Richmond affecting businesses, emergency services
Richmond police said copper thefts are up this year, and its causing a lot of problems for businesses and emergency services.
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Richmond police said copper thefts are up this year, and its causing a lot of problems for businesses and emergency services.
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