Catalytic Converter Thefts still on the rise with suspects focusing on Toyota Sequoia SUVs.
Updated Message:
Catalytic Converter thefts are still on the rise in Topanga Division - Primary target vehicle is the Toyota Sequoia.
Toyota Sequoia vehicles have TWO Catalytic Converters and Topanga Detectives have observed a trend in which the suspects are taking both Catalytic Converters.
Please continue to be vigilant in your neighborhoods. If you own a Toyota Sequioa please take extra caution.
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Original Message:
LAPD Topanga Detectives would like to warn all vehicle owners of a recent trend in thefts of the Catalytic Converters from these types of vehicles.
The vehicles targeted thus far have been Toyota Tacomas and Toyota Sequoias. The vehicles were parked on the street and the thefts occurred at night.
Please be vigilant and contact the police immediately if you observe any suspicious activity or discover that you are the victim of this type of theft.
If you have information regarding a crime of this nature, please contact Topanga Area Detective Yniguez at (818) 756-3537.
Address/Location
LAPD - Topanga Area
21501 Schoenborn St
Los Angeles, CA 91304
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 818-756-4800