February 13, 2024
Copper theft adding up in Europe
European railroads report substantial theft and resulting service
issues because of copper wire theft.
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Regarding prevention or crime-solving techniques on the continent,
Euronews says some railroads are using a synthetic DNA marker on the
cable that makes it possible to identify. The marker can help the
police directly link a thief to a particular theft.
Another option is to use grease on targeted equipment with a DNA
marker that can transfer to a person if they touch it. Euronews
reports the grease lasts for weeks on their skin, cannot be washed off
and can be seen under ultraviolet (UV) light.
https://www.recyclingtoday.com/news/copper-railway-theft-europe-delays-costs-techniques-recycling/
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