It would seem that metal thieves have sunk to a new low, targeting the most important religious in the heart of the city.

Copper and lead roofs can be targeted by metal thieves.

In 2004, it was discovered that metal thieves had stolen the rails.

Cities across the United States have become targets for metal thieves.

He was a metal thief at the airport.

Southwark Council has offered a £1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the metal thieves.

It is also an issue which especially affects churches, which are regarded as 'easy' targets by metal thieves.

Then, in April, numerous pylons to support the future track were illegally demolished, probably by metal thieves.

Metal thieves steal silver cross from Manchester Cathedral 2.

While burglaries are dealt with jail, metal thieves are often instead given a slap on the wrist and suspended sentences.