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Harris County chase: 2 catalytic converter theft suspects in custody

Harris County chase: 2 catalytic converter theft suspects in custody

Two catalytic converter theft suspects were taken into custody after leading Harris County deputies on a chase in a minivan, officials say.

November 28, 2023 7:40am CST
Gun violence in Texas: How bad will it have to get before we see change?

Gun violence in Texas: How bad will it have to get before we see change?

It took a Harris County deputy getting gunned down to address catalytic converter thefts. How many more people or children will need to die to prevent another mass shooting?

June 5, 2023 4:14pm CDT
Deputy Darren Almendarez Act becomes law, increasing penalties for catalytic converter thefts

Deputy Darren Almendarez Act becomes law, increasing penalties for catalytic converter thefts

More than a year since Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez was gunned down by criminals trying to steal his catalytic converter, a new law has been signed to increase the penalty for thieves.

May 29, 2023 8:08pm CDT
Catalytic converter thefts in Texas up 10,881.37% since 2019, report says

Catalytic converter thefts in Texas up 10,881.37% since 2019, report says

The report say that Texas ranked second in the country in catalytic converter thefts per 100,000 vehicles in 2022.

April 11, 2023 3:02pm CDT
Deputy Almendarez’s widow speaks with FOX 26 after Texas senate pass law to combat catalytic converter thefts

Deputy Almendarez’s widow speaks with FOX 26 after Texas senate pass law to combat catalytic converter thefts

It’s been a year since Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez was gunned down by criminals in the act of stealing his truck’s catalytic converter.

April 4, 2023 6:57pm CDT
HCSO deputy's death propelling catalytic converter theft crackdown

HCSO deputy's death propelling catalytic converter theft crackdown

On March 31, 2022, a killing took place which enraged a greater-Houston community already hardened by month after month of violent crime.

March 21, 2023 5:45pm CDT
Texas Senate bill aims to increase criminal penalties for catalytic converter thieves

Texas Senate bill aims to increase criminal penalties for catalytic converter thieves

Senate Bill 432 would make it a state jail felony for anyone who is found in possession of a stolen catalytic converter. So even if a thief isn't caught in the act, there would still be consequences. The bill does have protections for special circumstances.

March 21, 2023 4:04pm CDT
Catalytic converter thefts in Houston spiked to 153,000 vehicles in 2022

Catalytic converter thefts in Houston spiked to 153,000 vehicles in 2022

Catalytic converter theft is spiking, as thieves are stealing them right off the bottom of cars and trucks and selling them for quick cash. CARFAX reveals the most targeted vehicles as catalytic converter thefts rise.

March 20, 2023 5:01pm CDT
Houston police provide free service to help reduce catalytic converter thefts

Houston police provide free service to help reduce catalytic converter thefts

Officers say taking two minutes to paint over and etch on your car's device could save you thousands of dollars in repairs and insurance costs.

December 14, 2022 5:54pm CST
Texas among states with most reported catalytic converter thefts, insurance data reveals

Texas among states with most reported catalytic converter thefts, insurance data reveals

Texas is among the states with the most catalytic converter theft claims, according to a study by State Farm. Here's the ranking.

October 18, 2022 10:15am CDT
These are the cars most commonly targeted by catalytic converter thieves

These are the cars most commonly targeted by catalytic converter thieves

As criminals continue to target catalytic converters in cities and suburbs across the country, mechanics who see the costly damage first-hand shared what models are most commonly picked on. 

August 22, 2022 9:27pm CDT
5 members of alleged catalytic converter theft ring already free on bond

5 members of alleged catalytic converter theft ring already free on bond

Five men, who Houston authorities say ran an organized catalytic converter theft ring, are now all out on bond.

August 9, 2022 10:08pm CDT
Authorities bust recycling company that allegedly paid for stolen catalytic convertors

Authorities bust recycling company that allegedly paid for stolen catalytic convertors

Police in Fremont announced on Monday that a year-long investigation into a local recycling center has allegedly yielded stolen catalytic converter material and pallets containing at least 300 suspected stolen converters, the department said.

August 8, 2022 8:17pm CDT
6 people arrested in catalytic converter theft ring, suspected ties to murder of HCSO deputy

6 people arrested in catalytic converter theft ring, suspected ties to murder of HCSO deputy

Six suspects were arrested on Thursday by various law enforcement agencies for their alleged roles in a large-scale catalytic converter theft ring that is suspected of fencing stolen catalytic converters for three individuals charged with murdering Harris County Sheriff's Office Deputy Darren Almendarez.

July 28, 2022 10:36pm CDT
Lawmakers working to combat rising catalytic converter thefts in Houston

Lawmakers working to combat rising catalytic converter thefts in Houston

Lawmakers gathered Thursday to talk about ways to crack down on these catalytic converter thieves.

May 26, 2022 7:03pm CDT
17-year-old suspect in Harris County deputy's death gets bond

17-year-old suspect in Harris County deputy's death gets bond

Fredrick Tardy, 17, received a $750,000 bond for the capital murder charge in the death of Harris County Sheriff's Deputy Darren Almendarez.

May 11, 2022 12:35pm CDT
Houston family-owned business says thieves stole catalytic converters from delivery trucks for fourth time

Houston family-owned business says thieves stole catalytic converters from delivery trucks for fourth time

A local business in north Houston says thieves have stolen the catalytic converter off their delivery trucks for the fourth time in the last year.

May 9, 2022 7:24pm CDT
Catalytic converter theft suspect fatally shot by police officer in Sugar Land

Catalytic converter theft suspect fatally shot by police officer in Sugar Land

The Sugar Land Police Department says an officer shot a catalytic converter theft suspect who had a gun. The suspect died at the hospital.

May 6, 2022 8:04am CDT
City of Houston trying to make it tougher for catalytic converter thieves to make money

City of Houston trying to make it tougher for catalytic converter thieves to make money

Houston City Council is cracking down on the theft and trafficking of catalytic converters.

May 4, 2022 7:13pm CDT
Auto shops turning to creative ways to thwart catalytic converter thieves

Auto shops turning to creative ways to thwart catalytic converter thieves

With a continuing rash of catalytic converter thefts soaring in Houston and across the country, more people are worrying that their vehicle might be next.

May 2, 2022 7:21pm CDT
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