Metal theft is not a victimless crime, the British Transport Police (BTP) has said on a day of national action to highlight the act. The theft of copper, lead and other metals has risen dramatically over the past six months, a BTP spokesman said. The BTP said many thieves believe only large corporations suffer but they want to get across that individuals and communities are also affected. The number of deaths and injuries among thieves has also risen. According to the Energy Networks Association (ENA) there have been more than 7,000 incidents in the past year leading to four fatalities and up to 31 injuries. Earlier this month a 16-year-old boy was electrocuted during a suspected attempt to steal copper cable at a disused power station in Leeds.
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