Car parts and copper have been a recent focus of thieves in the metro, but now they may have a new target.
Police say they are targeting in-ground sprinkler systems in Edmond for the brass.
Residents in two neighborhoods have reported damage that requires expensive repairs.
Lynn Richter lives just doors down from where thieves have taken brass off dozens of sprinkler systems.
"It kind of makes me concerned because my stuff is right here and I'm going to go to turn on my sprinkler system and realize it's not going to work," said Richter.
Police say the most recent theft was on Fox Lake Lane.
The homeowner called police after noticing the brand new brass anti-siphon valve for his sprinkler system was missing.
He called his plumber, who discovered several valves missing from other yards.
Lawn experts say the brass pieces are a hot commodity for thieves, who can get $10 to $12 apiece.
The repair costs to homeowners, however, can be up to $500.
"So they steal something out of there and I'm out $500 to fix it?" said Richter. "Now I feel even less good about that."
Police say they don't have any suspects.
Police say there isn't a while lot people can do to protect their sprinklers.
They suggest making friends with your neighbors so everyone can watch out for each other.
Source: KOCO.com
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