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There has been a recent rise in Catalytic converter theft across the borough within in recent months, please keep a look out and protect your car, Catalytic converter theft can be prevented by Contact your vehicle dealership about fitting an aftermarket product approved by the vehicle manufacturer, to prevent your converter from being removed.Depending on the make and model they can advice the best way to secure it (a clamp or guard)Etching it with a serial number can help police track it and reduce opportunities for thieves to sell it.Consider installing a Thatcham approved alarm that activates if your vehicle is lifted or tilted.If you can, park your vehicle in a locked garage or well-lit street as close to your home as possible.If you have a driveway, think about installing CCTV and dusk to dawn lighting covering the area. KEEP A WATCHOUT FOR THEIVES: People carrying metal cutters, car jacks or metal from an exhaust pipe.People ducking underneath carsIf you see suspicious behaviour call 999 immediately. | 
