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Los Angeles Scoop · Aug 16, 2026

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Catalytic Converter Thieves in L.A. Becoming Increasingly Dangerous Catalytic converter thieves continue targeting vehicles across the Los Angeles area — but police are warning that these crimes can be far more dangerous than a simple car-parts theft. In some incidents, one suspect steals the catalytic converter while another stands guard armed with a rifle or other firearm. Whittier Police recently warned residents not to confront suspected thieves after a resident interrupting a theft had a gun pointed at them. The danger is very real. People have previously been shot and killed in the L.A. area after confronting catalytic converter thieves, including actor Johnny Wactor in Downtown Los Angeles. Residents who see a theft in progress are urged not to approach the suspects and instead immediately call 911.

*Catalytic Converter Thieves in L.A. Becoming Increasingly Dangerous* Catalytic converter thieves continue targeting vehicles across the Los Angeles area — but police are warning that these crimes can be far more dangerous than a simple car-parts theft. In some incidents, one suspect steals the catalytic converter while another stands guard armed with a rifle or other firearm. Whittier Police recently warned residents not to confront suspected thieves after a resident interrupting a theft had a gun pointed at them. The danger is very real. People have previously been shot and killed in the L.A. area after confronting catalytic converter thieves, including actor Johnny Wactor in Downtown Los Angeles. Residents who see a theft in progress are urged not to approach the suspects and instead immediately call 911.

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