Source: The Signal
Date: 04/08/2026 9:41pm

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L.A. County Moves to Crack Down on Rising Metal Thefts Ahead of Major Global Events
Los Angeles County officials are moving to combat a surge in metal and construction-material thefts, which have cost the city of Los Angeles over $100 million in six years, as the region prepares to host several major international events. Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s approved motion calls for stronger interagency coordination, improved prevention strategies, and a review of recycling and reward programs. The issue has also affected Santa Clarita, where detectives recently recovered stolen materials from a housing development, though the suspect failed to appear in court and now faces a warrant for his arrest.

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