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Catalytic converter thefts are surging across the Bay Area. The thieves rarely get caught
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1of5Alberto Pachuca, a mechanic, builds a protective cage for a catalytic converter in a Toyota Prius at Johnny Franklin Muffler on Wednesday, January 24, 2021, in Santa Rosa , Calif. Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise across the Bay Area and the nation, with thieves targeting the emissions device for its resale value on a black market that relies on a network of scrapyards and recyclers willing to deal in stolen parts. Those responsible for the robberies work at night and often travel from outside the areas they target, making it exceedingly difficult to catch them in the act. Many autobody shops see multiple catalytic converter replacements weekly, costing customers between $2,000 and $3,000.Yalonda M. James / The ChronicleShow MoreShow Less ....

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