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Coverage dated October 2, 2026

Copper wire theft leaves Hunting Park football fields dark, disrupts practices

Headline from FOX 29 Philadelphia

Copper wire theft in North Philadelphia's Hunting Park has knocked out field lights, leaving young athletes like the Philadelphia Aztecs without proper lighting as they prepare for playoffs, according to officials.

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  1. NBC10 Philadelphia

    Copper wire thefts leave Philadelphia parks, athletic fields in the dark (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

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    NBC10 Philadelphia's feed description

    Copper wire thieves are targeting parks and athletic fields across Philadelphia, knocking out lighting and disrupting youth sports and recreation programs. On Friday night, city leaders were expected to announce new measures aimed at deterring the thefts and protecting public spaces.

  2. FOX 29 Philadelphia

    Copper wire theft leaves Hunting Park football fields dark, disrupts practices (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)

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    FOX 29 Philadelphia's feed description

    Copper wire theft in North Philadelphia's Hunting Park has knocked out field lights, leaving young athletes like the Philadelphia Aztecs without proper lighting as they prepare for playoffs, according to officials.

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