That smarts, but it isn't smart: Vandals attempt to steal copper; cut live power line

NewsNM Swickard - Bill Engvall ought to put this in his comedy routine. From KOB-TV.com - injured themselves while trying to steal copper from an elementary school. The thieves cut into the power line at East San Jose Elementary School near Broadway Boulevard and Gibson Boulevard, triggering a huge electrical jolt. Albuquerque Public Schools officials said the vandals were on top of the roof of the school over the weekend, equipped with tools and a plan to rip off copper. The plan was foiled by a 480-volt electrical shock. By cutting the power line, the thieves knocked out power to the entire school. When APS police arrived Saturday and made it to the school's roof, all they found were several melted tools and a scorched T-shirt. Police found no sign of the vandals. There is no video surveillance that was captured on the rooftop. APS officials think the thieves knew they were cutting into a live hot-wire, but did it anyway. Officials believe that at least one of the suspects is seriously injured. Read more

That smarts, but it isn't smart: Vandals attempt to steal copper; cut live power line