Home Depot in Pasadena Burglarized, $100,000 in Copper Wiring Stolen

A Home Depot location in Pasadena was the target of a major commercial burglary, resulting in the theft of copper wiring valued at approximately $100,000. The incident highlights an ongoing trend of metal thefts targeting major home improvement and construction suppliers.

According to reports, the suspects gained unauthorized entry into the store or its secured exterior yard overnight. The thieves managed to load and transport a massive quantity of industrial copper wiring, which has a high resale value on the black market due to rising scrap metal prices. The precision and scale of the operation suggest that multiple individuals and a large transport vehicle, such as a flatbed or U-Haul, were involved.

Pasadena police detectives are actively investigating the break-in, reviewing surveillance video from the store and surrounding businesses. They are also working with local scrap yards to monitor any attempts to sell large quantities of copper wire matching the stolen batch's description. Authorities advise commercial owners to reinforce outdoor storage fencing and install motion-activated lighting to deter similar thefts.