Police warn of 'epidemic' of catalytic converter thefts in South Brunswick

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Police warn of 'epidemic' of catalytic converter thefts in South Brunswick
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The South Brunswick Police Department is asking people to be on alert after nearly 30 cars have been targeted in 10 days.

Catalytic converter thefts have become so common in New Jersey that police in South Brunswick are calling it an epidemic. Toni Yates has the story.Catalytic converter thefts have become so common in New Jersey that police in South Brunswick are calling it an epidemic.

The crews have intensified their recent efforts in southern Middlesex County with 29 thefts in South Brunswick since May 21. Capt. Jeff Russo, the head of South Brunswick Police Criminal Investigations Division said, "We have been sharing information with detectives throughout the area. The majority of thefts take place overnight between 11pm to 5am. The most common vehicle they target are Hondas."

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