Catalytic Converter Thefts Continuing, Brick Police Warn

BRICK, NJ — Brick Township police are warning residents about ongoing catalytic converter thefts in the township.

"The thieves appear to be casing the streets they plan on targeting," police said in a post on the department's Facebook page. "Older model Hondas also seem to be more likely to get targeted for their catalytic converters."

The thieves are using a sawzall to cut out the converters and the thefts are occurring overnight, police said.

"If you notice suspicious vehicles stopped in the street in the middle of the night, or suspicious persons who appear to be casing vehicles during the day, call us with a description, including license plate numbers," police said.

"If you hear metal grinding or being cut during the overnight hours there is a good chance that you are hearing a catalytic converter theft," police said. "Again, give us a call with a description of any involved vehicles, persons, locations, times, and direction of travel."

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