Bulls School gas pipe theft disrupts classes, police investigating
A school in New Zealand has been left without heating after thieves stole copper pipes, causing significant disruption to classes. The community has rallied to support the school while police investigate the incident.
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Highlights the growing issue of copper theft driven by rising scrap metal prices and its impact on essential public infrastructure.
The school shared photos of two men online, contact police if you know who they are. Photo / NZME
A copper pipe theft has left Bulls School without heating in some classrooms, forcing students to face cold winter conditions while repairs are carried out.
A school Facebook post on Saturday afternoon said the theft was about 10.15am that day.
It shared surveillance photographs of two men and a vehicle.
Principal Megan Syme said she was initially concerned about safety as the gas was still running after the pipes were cut.
“We love that our grounds are a community playground ... the gas that was coming out was at a horrific rate, so that was my first concern.”
“Our kids have come back to school, it’s a cold morning and it will take a couple of days to get sorted, at a great expense.”
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