Catalytic Converter Thefts

Precious metals inside catalytic converters make them attractive to thieves. Make yours harder to steal:

• Contact your vehicle dealership about fitting an aftermarket product, approved by the vehicle manufacturer, to prevent your converter being removed.

• Depending on the make and model, they can advise on 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.

WATCH OUT FOR THIEVES:

• People carrying metal cutters, car jacks or metal from an exhaust pipe.

• People ducking underneath cars.

• If you see suspicious behaviour call 999 immediately.

Find out more about your local team and policing in your area, visit www.met.police.uk