Cashing in on illegal copper trade

PETALING JAYA – Rising copper prices are sparking a surge in theft and vandalism, including damage to public infrastructure caused by metal-hunting thieves. The price of copper has skyrocketed to more than twice its price from over a year ago, commanding up to RM42 (S$13.28) a kilogramme. Source: The Straits Times

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