Catalytic Converter Thieves Targeting Gilroy Toyota Owners

GILROY, CA – Thefts of catalytic converters from Toyota vehicles are on the rise, the Gilroy Police Department announced on its Facebook page Tuesday.

Police said thieves are targeting Prius vehicles in particular because of the ease of which it is to remove catalytic converters from them.

Catalytic converters are coveted by thieves because they contain rare metals that can be sold to recyclers. They can cost between $2,000 and $3,000 to replace

Police are advising all late model Toyota owners to store their vehicles inside their garage or parked in well-lit areas.