Woodbridge Police Issue Catalytic Converter Theft Warning

WOODBRIDGE, CT — Police have issued a warning to residents as thieves are targeting cars' catalytic converters.

"Like many other communities across the state," police said in a statement on Facebook, "vehicles are being targeted for the theft of their catalytic converters. A catalytic converter is a critical component of your car's exhaust system and can cost up to $4,000 to replace. Thieves target it because it contains expensive metals, has a high street value and removal can take less than one minute."

Police recommended that people park in a garage or a well-lit area and always report any suspicious activity to police.