Crime & Safety

Catalytic Converter Stolen From Merrick Car: Police

Those responsible for swiping the car part fled in a white car, authorities said.

MERRICK, NY — A catalytic converter was swiped from a car in Merrick early Saturday.

Multiple people were seen tampering with a 2004 black Honda Accord on Colonial Avenue just after 4 a.m. They fled in a white-colored sedan, authorities said.

The vehicle's owner discovered the catalytic converter was stolen.

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Anyone with information can call Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS.

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