NV Energy was on the scene and began restoring power around 4:44 p.m. “In 2024, NV Energy doubled down on efforts to ensure all suspected copper thefts are reported to the Las Vegas Metropolitan ...

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Metro Police are investigating after NV Energy says an attempted copper wire theft at a substation led to several power outages near the strip and at Harry Reid Airport.

An attempted copper wire theft at an energy substation caused a temporary power outage on Monday, according to NV Energy. The outage began at about 3:15 p.m. and affected 12 customers at its peak ...

Copper thefts are growing more sophisticated, with thieves finding workarounds to avoid being shocked or more seriously injured during theft," NV energy said in a statement to Channel 13.

Copper theft leaves hundreds without power in east Las Vegas apartments. Jazlynn Roush, left, ... NV Energy said the outage was caused by damage to a customer’s equipment.

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A suspected copper wire theft at an NV Energy substation in Las Vegas is believed to be the cause of a power outage that left thousands in the dark. CTV News App Contact Us FAQ Newsletters Team.

NV Energy was on the scene and began restoring power around 4:44 p.m. “In 2024, NV Energy doubled down on efforts to ensure all suspected copper thefts are reported to the Las Vegas Metropolitan ...