Theft of powerlines may get someone killed

Theft of powerlines may get someone killed - police
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Police Headquarters in Christchurch, New Zealand
Police in Manawatū say it's only a matter of time until a thief or innocent member of the public is killed because of stolen powerlines.
Inspector Ross Grantham said so far this year about 10,000m of copper cabling had been stolen in the region alone.
He said officers had also seen instances of potentially-live wires being left hanging down and earth cables being cut.
Police encourage people, particularly living in rural areas, to join or form neighbourhood support groups and remain vigilant for suspicious activity in their area.

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