Baldwin Park police have busted a massive catalytic converter theft ring after a nine-month investigation, authorities said. The department concluded that one of the suspects who had been released was involved in the theft ring again. Los Angeles police have new technology to combat that The Los Angeles Police Department has unveiled new technology that will make it harder for thieves to steal catalytic converters. The suspects were “actively loading” stolen catalytic converters into commercial vehicles, “raising concerns that the stolen property was about to be transported out of state,” Leon said. Catalytic converters turn toxic gases into water vapor and carbon dioxide, making car exhaust fumes less environmentally damaging.

Source: Los Angeles Times April 04, 2026 04:25 UTC