He said dodgy sellers often arrived on bicycles or on cars without plates.Īnother way he distinguishes between stolen versus legally obtained converters was refusing those that had been sawn off and only accepting converters that were unbolted.Ĭonverters are also being sold on Facebook’s marketplace, with nearly 50 listings for converters in the Perth metro area on one day this week. However, another local scrap metal company owner - who did not wish to be named - said he had told many people attempting to sell converters to “p*** off”. We can’t allege it’s stolen in case it’s not,” he said. Victoria Park Auto Centre owner Brian Sanders said there had been an “influx” of thieves taking catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters, which have a very similar appearance and purpose.
“Identifying suspects has been challenging due to limited CCTV in the areas being targeted, and the type of location, which is usually very dirty and dusty, and not the most optimum environment for forensic opportunities like fingerprints or DNA.”Īccording to local scrap metal dealers, converters can be sold from $50 to up to $300 or $400. “Replacement catalytic converters cost between $2000-$4000 through a car dealer,” she said. Sgt Santoro said stolen converters could replace older parts, or be broken down for the rare metals found inside, which include rhodium, platinum and palladium. “Thieves have been targeting these businesses during the hours of darkness.” Camera Icon Mechanic Kauri Repponen from Victoria Park Auto Care.
“Vehicles parked within businesses or car yards appear to be the target with often more than one vehicle targeted each time,” Sen.
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