Burglars Steal $10,000 in Copper from Sioux Falls Construction Site

Police investigating theft that occurred over holiday weekend

Feb. 6, 2026 at 1:55pm

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Sioux Falls Police are investigating a large burglary at a construction site in the northwestern part of the city, where suspects cut through fencing and stole an estimated $10,000 worth of copper. The theft happened between last Friday evening and Tuesday morning when it was discovered by employees.

Why it matters

Copper theft from construction sites and other locations is an ongoing problem that can result in significant financial losses for businesses and disrupt construction projects. This incident highlights the need for improved security measures to protect valuable materials at construction sites.

The details

According to Sioux Falls Police Sergeant Aaron Benson, the suspects gained access to the construction site by cutting through some fencing. They then stole an estimated $10,000 worth of copper from the site.

  • The theft occurred between last Friday evening and Tuesday morning.

The players

Sioux Falls Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the copper theft from the construction site.

Aaron Benson

A sergeant with the Sioux Falls Police Department who provided information about the incident.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the burglary and are asking for the public's help in identifying any suspects.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenge of securing construction sites and protecting valuable materials like copper from theft, which can result in significant financial losses for businesses.