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id: 9f844a70ff
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-12 21:11 CST
updated: 2026-11-12 21:11 CST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Copper wire thefts shut down VLTs at local bars

Recent copper wire thefts in Edmonton neighbourhoods have led to VLTs being shut down at some local bars, according to CTV News.

Section: [Public Safety](/edmonton/section/safety.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [CTV News Edmonton](https://www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/article/local-watering-holes-left-hanging-up-to-dry-as-copper-wire-thefts-shut-down-phones-vlts/), 2026-11-12 21:11 CST: Local watering holes left hanging up to dry as copper wire thefts shut down phones, VLTs

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