RICHMOND, Va. — A North Carolina scrap metal dealer has pleaded guilty to theft and tax charges for his role in a multi-state catalytic converter theft conspiracy, U.S. Attorney’s Office …
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Parsippany, NJ — A catalytic converter was reported stolen from a vehicle parked at the Hilton Hotel in Parsippany, triggering a police investigation. The incident was reported to officers who …
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VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – In an effort to curb the rising theft of catalytic converters, the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) is inviting the community to a free Catalytic Converter …
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Breaking News
Springfield Man Pleads Guilty in $2 Million Catalytic Converter Theft Ring
by Indira Patelby Indira PatelBOSTON — Carlos Fonseca, a 33-year-old resident of Springfield, Massachusetts, has admitted his involvement in a sophisticated theft operation that targeted nearly 500 vehicles across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The …
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Government NewsPolice Blotter
Member of Catalytic Converter Theft Crew Sentenced to More Than Three Years in Prison
by Indira Patelby Indira PatelBOSTON – A Springfield man was sentenced today in federal court in Boston for his role in a regional organized theft crew that stole catalytic converters from nearly 500 vehicles, …
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Breaking News
Springfield Man Sentenced for Major Catalytic Converter Theft Operation
by Adam Devineby Adam DevineSPRINGFIELD, MA – Nicolas Davila, 25, from Springfield, was sentenced to over three years in prison today for his significant role in a comprehensive theft ring that targeted nearly 500 …
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TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Police Department has issued an alert regarding a spree of catalytic converter thefts targeting local car dealerships in recent days. Several Toms River …
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WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Wall Township Police Department is investigating a series of catalytic converter thefts that occurred in the early hours of December 6. The thefts were reported …
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Government NewsPolice Blotter
Superseding Indictment Charges 3 More for Involvement in Scheme to Steal and Sell Catalytic Converters
by Indira Patelby Indira PatelVanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, James Ferguson, Special Agent in Charge, ATF Boston Field Division, and Harry T. Chavis, Jr., Special Agent in Charge …
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ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD – The Anne Arundel County Police Department is seeking information about a vehicle implicated in the theft of catalytic converters. The vehicle, possibly a 2000-2006 Mercedes …
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UPPER TOWNSHIP, NJ – The New Jersey State Police are asking to the public for help in apprehending a suspect involved in a series of catalytic converter thefts. The thefts …
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Breaking NewsNorth Jersey NewsPolice Blotter
Catalytic Converter Thief Captured with Stolen Vehicle, Loaded Gun
SECAUCUS, NJ – Multiple law enforcement agencies collaborated to arrest Randy Severino, 24, of Bayonne, in connection with a series of catalytic converter thefts. The arrest also led to the …
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Catalytic Converter Thief Sought by Lindenwold Police
by Leo Canegaby Leo CanegaLINDENWOLD, NJ – On Wednesday, at 3:50 a.m., a male was caught on surveillance video while cutting off multiple catalytic converters at Extra Space Storage at 133 Laurel Road. The …
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Two Men Charged Over Catalytic Converter Thefts
by Leo Canegaby Leo CanegaBERGEN COUNTY, NJ – Noe Gabriel Hernandez, a 24-year-old resident of Allentown, PA, and Juan Rosario, a 25-year-old also from Allentown, face charges for burglary, theft, and criminal mischief, as …
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Rash of Catalytic Converter Thefts Reported in Beachwood, Police Offer Prevention Tips
by Leo Canegaby Leo CanegaBEACHWOOD, NJ – On May 2, 2023, several residents of Beachwood, New Jersey, reported thefts of catalytic converters from their vehicles. Late model Hondas appear to be targeted, with the …
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Search Warrant Leads to Arrest, Recovery of Pills and Catalytic Converters
by Leo Canegaby Leo CanegaATLANTIC CITY, NJ – A man was apprehended and charged by the Atlantic City Police Department on Thursday, following a month-long investigation. Detectives from the Special Investigations Section executed a …
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Newark police seek suspect wanted for catalytic converter thefts
NEWARK, NJ – Fritz G. Fragé, Newark Public Safety Director, has called for public assistance to identify a suspect involved in the theft of a catalytic converter. The incident occurred …
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Breaking NewsNew York NewsPolice Blotter
Medford Man Sentenced for Second Catalytic Converter Theft
by Adam Devineby Adam DevineSUFFOLK COUNTY, NY – Daniel Labbe, a 43-year-old man from Medford, has been sentenced to two to four years in prison by the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office. Labbe was …
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Breaking NewsNew York News
Long Beach Brothers Indicted for Trafficking Stolen Catalytic Converters
by Leo Canegaby Leo CanegaMINEOLA, N.Y. – Brothers Alan and Andrew Pawelsky from Long Beach, along with a co-conspirator, were arraigned on Friday for their alleged involvement in a black-market operation trafficking stolen catalytic …
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NEW YORK CITY – On Saturday, April 8, 2023, at approximately 6:16 a.m., two unknown individuals were involved in a grand larceny incident within the 49 Precinct’s jurisdiction. The NYPD …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Three Defendants Sentenced for Scheme to Transport Stolen Catalytic Converters Across State Lines
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressSPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Three Rogersville, Mo., and Springfield, Mo., men have been sentenced in federal court for their roles in a scheme to transport tens of thousands of stolen catalytic …
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Catalytic converter thieves targeting Hondas in Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department today said that catalytic converters thieves are on the prowl in the community, and they’re targeting late-model Hondas. “Catalytic converter thefts …
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Department of Justice Press Releases
Justice Department Announces Takedown of Nationwide Catalytic Converter Theft Ring
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressFederal, state, and local law enforcement partners from across the United States executed a nationwide, coordinated takedown today of leaders and associates of a national network of thieves, dealers, and …
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US and World News
U.S. announces takedown of massive catalytic converter theft ring
by Reutersby ReutersBy Jonathan Stempel (Reuters) – U.S. authorities on Wednesday said they have taken down a nationwide ring to steal thousands of catalytic converters from cars and trucks, charging 21 people …
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Breaking NewsPolice Blotter
Howard County Police arrest two for catalytic converter theft
by Jeff Jonesby Jeff JonesHoward County police have charged two men in a series of catalytic converter thefts in the overnight hours of Aug. 10-11 in Columbia. Police identified 12 victims who reported that …