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Catalytic Converter Thefts Investigated In Hatfield

The thefts of the valuable metal may be connected to a crime spree in Chester County.

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Police believe the Toyota Prius pictured above was used in the recent catalytic converter thefts in Hatfield.
Police believe the Toyota Prius pictured above was used in the recent catalytic converter thefts in Hatfield. (Hatfield Township Police Department)

HATFIELD, PA — A series of catalytic converter thefts is under investigation in Hatfield Township, police announced this week.

The thefts occurred at a car dealership on Bethlehem Pike on July 7.

Police described the suspect as a heavy-set white male with dark hair. He was driving a Toyota Prius, according to authorities.

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Hatfield Police said that they believe the same vehicle was used during a similar crime spree in Chester County.

If you have any information on this case, call the Hatfield Township Police Department at 215-855-0903.

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