Yeah, it's that bad

You know things are bad when people steal rails from an active railroad track.
A CSX train in Taunton, MA derailed after crossing a section of track where thieves had stolen a length of rail, supposedly for scrap sale.

The thing about this kind of crime is that it isn't easy or smart.
First, you need a heavy cutting torch.
Then you need a lonely section of track (although in another case, the thieves operated in sight of the company whose spur line they were cutting).
The cut rails are HEAVY!
The scrap yard will hear about the derailment and remember you.
You are responsible for any damage or injury, like when a dozen tank cars spew toxic waste or burn down a town.
And last but nit least, it is a federal offense to mess with the railroad infrastructure.

I guess things are pretty bad if people feel compelled to do something like this.

No peace for the dead

Thieves in New York broke into a mausoleum, removed a casket, then stole the body of a woman interred 12 years ago.
They didn't take the casket which would be worth a few bucks and there was no mention of any valuables (which could have been removed).
So, why did they do it?
Your guess is as good as mine (mine is that there was foul play involved in her death ant someone feared discovery).