Catalytic converter theft crisis reveals violent, dangerous trend in suspects
We’re learning more about two suspects who allegedly stole nine catalytic convertors from Cyfair ISD high school parking lot around April 7.
We’re learning more about two suspects who allegedly stole nine catalytic convertors from Cyfair ISD high school parking lot around April 7.
Montgomery Co. authorities arrest 4 suspects in catalytic converter theft
Four suspects were arrested in connection with a catalytic converter theft that occurred late Sunday night, authorities said.
Four suspects were arrested in connection with a catalytic converter theft that occurred late Sunday night, authorities said.
2 suspected catalytic converter thieves killed in crash after chase with deputies, third suspect hospitalized
Authorities say two alleged catalytic converter thieves died, and a third suspect was hospitalized with serious injuries after their car crashed during a pursuit with deputies in northwest Harris County.
Authorities say two alleged catalytic converter thieves died, and a third suspect was hospitalized with serious injuries after their car crashed during a pursuit with deputies in northwest Harris County.
Procession for slain Harris Co. deputy confronting catalytic converter thieves
A procession was held for Harris County Sheriff's Deputy Darren Almendarez, who was tragically killed off-duty while confronting catalytic converter thieves targeting his truck outside a grocery store.
A procession was held for Harris County Sheriff's Deputy Darren Almendarez, who was tragically killed off-duty while confronting catalytic converter thieves targeting his truck outside a grocery store.
Catalytic converter thieves shot at by off-duty New Caney ISD officers working extra jobs
Authorities say two officers from New Caney ISD were working an extra job at a movie theater in Humble when they saw catalytic converter thieves, who later tried to run them over.
Authorities say two officers from New Caney ISD were working an extra job at a movie theater in Humble when they saw catalytic converter thieves, who later tried to run them over.
Two men shot allegedly by owner of car they were burglarizing in NW Harris Co., Sheriff says
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says two men were shot “possibly by the owner of the vehicle they were said to be burglarizing.”
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says two men were shot “possibly by the owner of the vehicle they were said to be burglarizing.”
'This is very lucrative, this is organized crime,' Lawmaker working on new catalytic converter legislation
Lawmakers are now working on stricter catalytic converter theft legislation, which will be named after fallen Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez.
Lawmakers are now working on stricter catalytic converter theft legislation, which will be named after fallen Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez.
Fellow officers mourn slain Harris Co. deputy by suspected catalytic converter thieves
Colleagues say it was just like Deputy Darren Almendarez to protect and serve even while off duty, confronting criminals who were said to be attempting to steal the catalytic converter from his truck as he and his wife walked out of this Joe V’s grocery store.
Colleagues say it was just like Deputy Darren Almendarez to protect and serve even while off duty, confronting criminals who were said to be attempting to steal the catalytic converter from his truck as he and his wife walked out of this Joe V’s grocery store.
3 catalytic converter theft suspects arrested in Shenandoah
Three suspects have been charged with felony theft after five catalytic converters, two of which had just been stolen, were found in the trunk of their car, Shenandoah police say.
Three suspects have been charged with felony theft after five catalytic converters, two of which had just been stolen, were found in the trunk of their car, Shenandoah police say.
Catalytic converter thefts up 150% over last year in Pasadena
The Pasadena Police Department took to social media to spread awareness. They said catalytic converter thefts are up 150% compared to last year.
The Pasadena Police Department took to social media to spread awareness. They said catalytic converter thefts are up 150% compared to last year.
Galleria-area residents claim cars getting broken into, parts stolen almost on weekly basis
Residents claim it’s mostly happening on a stretch of McCue Rd., near Richmond Ave.
Residents claim it’s mostly happening on a stretch of McCue Rd., near Richmond Ave.
Alleged car burglar shot, run over to death in southwest Houston
A southwest Houston car burglary suspect is dead after being shot by residents and then being run over by a woman who may have dropped him off.
A southwest Houston car burglary suspect is dead after being shot by residents and then being run over by a woman who may have dropped him off.
3 suspects captured, stolen catalytic converters found after chase: HCSO
Three suspects were taken into custody and stolen catalytic converters were found after a high-speed chase that began in north Harris County, authorities say.
Three suspects were taken into custody and stolen catalytic converters were found after a high-speed chase that began in north Harris County, authorities say.
2 arrested with stolen catalytic converters found in car after police chase in north Houston
Two people accused of stealing catalytic converters were arrested overnight Sunday in north Houston after a police chase.
Two people accused of stealing catalytic converters were arrested overnight Sunday in north Houston after a police chase.
Harris Co. deputy shot by alleged thieves trying to steal catalytic converters
Officials with the Harris Co. Sheriff's Office say one of their deputies was shot, by one of three men seen allegedly trying to steal catalytic converters.
Officials with the Harris Co. Sheriff's Office say one of their deputies was shot, by one of three men seen allegedly trying to steal catalytic converters.
Officer clipped by patrol car during chase for catalytic converter thieves, 3 arrested
Three catalytic converter thieves were arrested and charged after leading police on a chase that left an officer injured.
Three catalytic converter thieves were arrested and charged after leading police on a chase that left an officer injured.
HPD discovers hundreds of catalytic converters while responding to theft call
Drivers are urged to etch their license plate numbers into their catalytic converters or spray paint them so they're easily identifiable if they are stolen.
Drivers are urged to etch their license plate numbers into their catalytic converters or spray paint them so they're easily identifiable if they are stolen.
Police: Man shoots alleged thieves trying to steal his catalytic converters
Authorities are investigating a shooting in northwest Houston after a homeowner woke up to the sound of two alleged thieves trying to steal his catalytic converter.
Authorities are investigating a shooting in northwest Houston after a homeowner woke up to the sound of two alleged thieves trying to steal his catalytic converter.
Police: 4 suspects detained after motorist shot at in west Houston
Houston police say a motorist was shot at after following a group of suspects who tried to steal his catalytic converter, and four suspects have been detained.
Houston police say a motorist was shot at after following a group of suspects who tried to steal his catalytic converter, and four suspects have been detained.
New bill looks to make harsher punishments for buying, selling stolen catalytic converters
Rep. Gene Wu of Houston co-wrote HB4110, which would amend a code that requires metal recycling companies to submit records after buying catalytic converters.
Rep. Gene Wu of Houston co-wrote HB4110, which would amend a code that requires metal recycling companies to submit records after buying catalytic converters.