Thieves Target Birmingham Tower Blocks for Copper Valuables
Authorities in Birmingham are on high alert after a spate of thefts targeting vital dry riser valves and copper pipework from local tower blocks. These components, crucial for firefighters during emergencies, are being ripped out and sold off as scrap metal.
Latest Theft at Essington House: CCTV Released
The most recent raid hit Essington House on Sladefield Road on October 5. Police have released CCTV footage of a suspect, described as a man around 5ft 5in, in his mid-50s, wearing a bright orange high-vis jacket.
Police and Council Step Up Patrols — Public Urged to Speak Up
Working alongside Birmingham City Council and partners, officers have increased patrols in the affected areas, aiming to reassure residents and catch the culprits.
If you recognise the man in the CCTV or have info on these thefts, police urge you to get in touch. Contact them via 101 or online 1 Chat, quoting ref: 20/837508/23. You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Remember, you don’t need to reveal your identity—just share what you know.
