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City Workers Being Investigated For Scrap Metal Theft

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- More than a dozen city transportation workers could lose their jobs for misconduct and theft, after stealing thousands of dollars worth of scrap metal.

Authorities say the employees sold about $58,000 worth of stolen metals over a five-month period.

Twelve transportation workers have been recommended for termination, while three supervisors have been suspended without pay.

A full investigation is now underway.

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