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Chula Vista Police Help Engrave Catalytic Converters to Prevent Theft
The Chula Vista Police Department is trying to crack down on catalytic converter thefts. Catalytic converters, which help control a car’s emissions, have been especially popular among thieves during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Catalytic Converter Thefts On the Rise, CVPD Hosting Engraving Event
Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise in California. One way to prevent it is to get your catalytic converter engraved with your VIN number. The Chula Vista Police Department is helping do that. NBC 7’s Ramon Galindo has more.
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Analysis of Catalytic Converter Theft Reports Reveals a Stunning Increase in California
More than 8,000 Californians have reported having their catalytic converter stolen in the first five months of 2021, according to police and auto insurance data analyzed by BeenVerified. That’s a 33-percent increase for 2020 and a whopping 380-percent increase over 2019, when only 1,254 thefts were reported.
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Catalytic Converter Thefts Soar: How to Protect Your Vehicle and Your Money
With a jump in catalytic converter thefts, more San Diegans are left unable to drive
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Catalytic Converter Thefts Soaring: How to Protect Your Vehicle and Your Money
Thieves are cutting catalytic converters from vehicles parked on streets and in driveways, looking to cash in on the metals found inside.
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Catalytic Converter Theft is Happening So Often, Victims Forced to Wait Weeks for Replacement
There is a new warning about catalytic converter thefts. According to auto repair shops, they are happening so often that victims are now waiting weeks for a replacement before they can drive their car again.