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New database on scrap metal making dent?

It has led to one arrest, but has drawbacks, buyer says

Posted: December 20, 2009 at 3:18 a.m.

A database to track scrapmetal purchases to reduce theft is online with grudging support from dealers and scant data to show if it’s working.

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Arkansas, Pages 19 on 12/20/2009

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