Theft of Catalytic Converters

We are reaching out to residents in Crawley and Mid -Sussex following a spike in catalytic converter thefts across the districts

Offenders are commonly targeting vehicles in residential streets, a catalytic converter is part of a vehicle's exhaust system. They contain valuable metals that are often stolen to be sold for scrap. 
What to look out for:

•  A vehicle being unexpectedly raised by a jack. 
•  The sound of loud drilling or grinding coming from beneath a car. 
•  Vehicles parked nearby in a suspicious manner, sometimes with engines running.

If you witness a theft, please do not intervene. Suspects may be carrying tools and could resort to violence. Your safety is our priority, please observe from a window or a safe distance and call 999.
If possible, note the make, model, and registration of any suspect vehicles.

Visit our web page➡️https://www.sussex.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/keeping-vehicles-safe/catalytic-converter-theft/  for crime prevention advice on how to protect your vehicle