High prices for precious metals have resulted in a noticeable increase in thefts of catalytic converters in North Yorkshire and the City of York.
Thieves simply cut the catalytic converter from the exhaust pipe of a parked car and sell it on to scrap metal dealers.
Taller vehicles such as 4x4s are particularly vulnerable as the converters are more accessible - and because they tend to have larger engines, they contain more of the precious metals too.
However, there are some simple steps you can take to avoid falling victim to this crime. See our catalytic converter theft page for more information.
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