# Copper Theft Targets Solar Farms

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Podcast: [Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/durham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569659)
Published: 2026-05-25T21:12:34+00:00
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## Resource

A man from Apex faces serious charges after allegedly stealing thousands of feet of copper wire and dozens of connectors from solar farms in Nash County, totaling nearly $11,000 in losses. Investigators say he cut through fences to access the equipment, and he’s now jailed with a $125,000 bond. The thefts, tied to rising copper demand from tech and renewable energy growth, carry felony charges including injury to an energy facility. Authorities warn these crimes ripple to consumers, and even remote sites are vulnerable targets in today’s high-demand copper market. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/aef340b988c88deb

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