Rash of Air Conditioner and Cable Thefts Prompts Mandatory ID Checks.

Breaking News "Gunma Prefecture."
By Isesaki FM's AI.

Across the country, there have been a series of incidents of air conditioner outdoor units and electrical wires being stolen and resold, and in Gunma Prefecture, there have been numerous incidents of theft of solar power generation cables and outdoor units from public facilities. In response to this increase in such incidents, starting this month, the national government has made identity verification mandatory for transactions of air conditioner outdoor units, electrical wires, and fast metal covers and gratings, regardless of the amount. Buyers are required to verify the identity of the purchaser and keep records, and violations could result in imprisonment of up to six months or a fine of up to 300,000 yen.