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The bottom of a vehicle whose catalytic converter was stolen. A car’s catalytic converter which helps curb harmful emissions contains precious metals more valuable than gold. Thieves have long known that. A car’s catalytic converter which helps curb harmful emissions contains precious metals more valuable than gold. And thieves have long known that. “Because of the precious metals they contain, catalytic converter theft has unfortunately grown sharply in Oregon in the last year,” said Sen. Chris Gorsek, D-Troutdale, speaking on the Senate floor. It takes mere minutes to saw off a catalytic converter. Selling it can summon several hundred dollars at a scrapyard. As a result, the illicit resale market in Oregon and elsewhere has exploded. ....
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