Increase in thefts of catalytic converters ‘worth more than gold’ from cars across Sussex

An increasing number of catalytic converters - ‘worth more than gold’ - are taking place across Sussex.
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And in a bid to crack down on the menace, Horsham Police are holding a free catalytic converter security marking event today (Tuesday April 20).

It is being held from now until 2pm at the Motorline Toyota Garage at Lyons Corner, Five Oaks Road near Slinfold.

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The event is part of a week of action by the National Police Chief Council and British Transport Police to raise awareness.

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Police say that the theft of catalytic converters - which contain precious metals some of which are worth more than gold - has increased across the county.

As well as marking the converters with Smartwater, police are urging people to ask their car dealers for advice on locks and guards that are approved by the vehicle manufacturer and tested to Sold Secure Gold.

A police spokesman also advised drivers: “Park your car somewhere well-lit and overlooked, amongst as many cars as possible.

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“Try to park so the convertor can’t be easily reached - close to a wall or fence and try not to park at the end of the row if there are free spaces.”

He added: “Also if you have any information about catalytic converter thefts, please report this to us either online on our website using the ‘Report’ button on the front page or by calling 101.”