Catalytic Converter Theft – Wisconsin

Recent news stories about catalytic converter theft in Wisconsin

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

Appleton

Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire sees rise in catalytic converter theft – Spectator News
Eau Claire dealership deals with catalytic converter thefts – WEAU 13 News
Eau Claire Police Department teams up with automotive service to deter catalytic converter theft – WEAU 13 News
EC man fined for his role in stealing catalytic converters – Leader Telegram

Green Bay

Catalytic converter thefts in Green Bay: Here’s what you need to know – We are Greenbay
GB man allegedly slashed by suspect trying to steal catalytic converter – We are Greenbay
2 arrested, charged with theft of catalytic converter – WBay News
Catalytic Converter Theft On the Rise in Wisconsin – WTAQ News

Janesville

$148,000 worth of catalytic converters stolen from Janesville trucks – Gazette Xtra
$8,500 worth of catalytic converters stolen from lot near Janesville tire shop – Gazette Xtra

Kenosha

Second defendant in catalytic converter thefts pleads guilty – Kenosha News

Madison

Increase in catalytic converter theft leads to new legislation – Wisconsin Public Radio
Madison Police Dept. investigates catalytic converter theft – NBC 15 News
Worth more than gold: Problem of catalytic converter theft in Madison isn’t going away – Madison News
14 catalytic converter thefts reported in Madison in two weeks – WKOW News

Milwaukee

Stolen Catalytic Converters In Milwaukee & Across US Prompts Innovation, Legislation – WUWM News
WestCare Wisconsin catalytic converter thefts, repairs cost $7,500+ – Fox 6 News
Thieves target Boys & Girls Clubs’ vans for catalytic converters – WISN News

Oshkosh

Catalytic converter thieves hit Wolf River boat launches – Kaukauna Community News

Racine

Catalytic converters stolen from Racine outreach truck – Fox 6 Milwaukee

Waukesha

Catalytic Converter Thefts: How To Deter Thefts In Waukesha – Patch

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