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Copper theft on the rise, Joplin Police say watch your AC units
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) — Capt William Davis states that JPD has been seeing a recent uptick in the number of vandalisms and damage to air conditioning units for copper metal. This is for both residential and commercial properties. Additionally telecommunications lines have been targeted around the area. As we...
Joplin police warn residents regarding a rise in vandalized air conditioners
Joplin, MO – Joplin police warn the public of a rise in air conditioner vandalism. Thieves are stealing the copper metal found in the units and selling them for money. The Joplin police department is urging the public to conceal their AC units or install an alarm system.
Joplin police host block party to build community connections
JOPLIN, Mo. — With free food and good conversation, the Joplin Police Department is hoping to create a better connection with community members. “You know, when they see the police officers around, especially if we’re not with them, we want them to know that they’re friends and they can go up to them and ask them questions or ask for help,” said Steven Rice, Joplin resident.
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