Copper wire thieves in Washington have started eyeing a new target: electric vehicle (EV) charging cords. "Thieves will take that opportunity to take that cable and get that copper if they can, if it's left unattended," said Sgt. Brian Pritchard, a spokesperson with the Seattle Police Department. According to the Department of Energy, Washington is among the top handful of states with the highest number of EVs registered. As a result of recent thefts, the Seattle Police Department is sharing tips with KING 5 on how to protect your charger's safety. READ MORE: https://www.king5.com/article/news/crime/ev-chargers-new-target-washington-copper-thieves/281-e720eefe-8553-435c-b6e2-bac885579aa8