Catalytic Converter Theft – New Jersey

Recent news stories about catalytic converter theft in New Jersey

Catalytic converter theft can happen anywhere, however, here are just a few examples of catalytic converter theft in New Jersey’s major cities:

Camden

Thieves Steal Catalytic Converters From Nonprofit Cathedral Kitchen’s Delivery Vans In Camden – CBS Philly
Two arrested for Blackwood, NJ Catalytic converter theft attempt – NJ 101.5 News

Clifton

Catalytic converters stolen in Clifton from vans used to transport people with disabilities – North Jersey

Elizabeth

Elizabeth Police Department Led Suspected Catalytic Converter Thief on Three-Town Car Chase Early – TAPinto Elizabeth
‘They Stole From These Kids’: New Jersey Camp For Homeless Children Raising Funds For Bus Repairs After Catalytic Converter Was Stolen – CBS News

Jersey City

4 charged with stealing catalytic converters in Jersey City, and another theft is thwarted – New Jersey Local News
Two charged with trying to steal catalytic converter from car in Jersey City Heights – New Jersey Local News
Catalytic converter is stolen from another vehicle in Jersey City: police – New Jersey Local News
Chicago Man Charged For Stealing Catalytic Converters In Jersey City – Shore News Network

Newark

Police warn Newarkers about increase in catalytic converter thefts – Newark Post Online
Rutgers Police Report a Rash of Catalytic Converter Thefts – TAPintoNew Brunswick
RUPD investigates theft of catalytic converters from New Brunswick, Newark campuses – Daily Targum

Passaic

Paterson

Alleged robbery in Paterson leads to fatal shooting and arrest, officials say – Yahoo News

Trenton

Toms River

Manchester, Toms river, Berkeley police find suspects behind strong of thefts – 92.7 WOBM
Foursome Indicted for Sawing Off Catalytic Converters in Parking Lots – Patch

Union City

Union Police Warn Residents About Catalytic Converter Thefts – TAPintoUnion
Davis supports crack down on catalytic converter thefts – Hudson Reporter

Frequently Asked Questions

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