Catalytic Converter Thefts Continue To Surge: Wallingford Police

Wallingford CT

14 December, 2021

4:18 PM

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WALLINGFORD, CT — Police are advising residents of a surge in catalytic converter thefts and thefts from vehicles throughout the state. "We are addressing each incident as they are reported, and are implementing best practices to detect and deter this type of crime," Wallingford Police Sgt. Stephen Jaques wrote in a news release. There have been more than 60 documented catalytic converter thefts in Wallingford since October, according to Jaques. "Our Community Impact Unit is leading our efforts to combat this issue and we are working with other Law Enforcement partners to determine who is responsible for plaguing the State with this type of crime," Jaques wrote. "We aim to hold those responsible accountable for their actions." Police are reminding residents of the following tips to help prevent becoming a victim of a crime: Keep your car in a locked garage if you have onePark your cars in well-lit areas.Park your cars in public view if possible.Install surveillance systems on your home/business.Lock your gate surrounding your business if you have one.Mark your catalytic converter with a unique identifier or paint it a bright color.Call the police if you see something suspicious. "The Wallingford Police Department Community Impact Unit will be passing out informational documents to local businesses this week with further information on how to protect yourself and your businesses in the future," Jaques wrote. "We ask that you please forward any video or information you may have regarding these thefts to our police department." Contact Officer Szeligowski at 203-294-2827 with any information.