catalytic converter theft
Coverage of catalytic converter theft in the Nexus archive.
- 3 charged in alleged catalytic converter theft in Greenport
Three individuals were arrested for allegedly stealing a catalytic converter from a parked car near the A&W Restaurant in Greenport. Charles Murphy, Danielle Stallman, and William Metz are facing multiple charges according to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office.
- Off-duty NYPD cop shot at alleged catalytic converter thieves in Manhattan
An off-duty NYPD officer fired her weapon at three men allegedly stealing a catalytic converter from a parked car in Manhattan's Hamilton Heights early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred near Broadway and West 148th Street around 5:45 a.m.
- Off-duty NYPD officer opens fire on Upper Manhattan catalytic converter thieves: sources
An off-duty NYPD officer fired a shot at suspected catalytic converter thieves in Upper Manhattan after one suspect appeared to reach for a weapon. The incident occurred near West 148th Street and Broadway in Hamilton Heights on June 30, with suspects fleeing in a dark-colored BMW. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.
- Off-duty officer fires at three men after attempted catalytic converter theft in Hamilton Heights
An off-duty police officer fired shots at three suspects who allegedly attempted to steal a catalytic converter in Hamilton Heights. The incident occurred during an attempted theft, prompting the officer to take action.
- Pasadena man run over by catalytic converter thieves faces long recovery
A Pasadena man was critically injured after being run over by suspected catalytic converter thieves, suffering a traumatic brain injury and multiple broken bones. Months later, he continues a difficult recovery with support from family, friends, and neighbors.
- Uptick in catalytic converter thieves reported in L.A. County community; police advise residents to not confront suspects
Catalytic converter thefts have increased in Whittier, L.A. County, prompting police to warn residents against confronting suspects due to potential armed threats. The Whittier Police Department reports these thefts typically occur overnight.