Catalytic converter theft is sweeping Chicago

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Catalytic converter theft is sweeping Chicago

A video camera captured a cutter crew of four thieves as they hit Laura Poskus’ Honda CR-V last February. “I literally screamed out of anger,” Poskus says of the brazen workday theft.

By Michael Liptrot

Widespread catalytic converter theft has cost millions of dollars in repairs for car owners across the city. A Chicago Sun-Times analysis looks into how the thefts are pulled off and why arrests are rarely made.

Reset speaks with a consumer journalist about what you should know about the growing issue.

GUEST: Stephanie Zimmermann, consumer investigations reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times