They are sawn in seconds but cost an arm to replace.
In the Côtes-d'Armor, several thefts of catalytic converters have been deplored in recent days.
The local gendarmerie has issued a call for vigilance on its Facebook page in order to alert the population.
According to the police, these thefts would often take place on weekends, more particularly on the outskirts of Saint-Brieuc.
The affected vehicles would be parked on public roads but also in garages or car dealerships.
Rare metals sought
To steal the exhaust pipes, thieves only have to slip under the vehicle and saw off the catalytic converter.
Their interest?
Collect a few grams of palladium, rhodium or platinum, rare metals used in the design of catalytic converters.
To limit the risk of theft, the gendarmes advise you to park your vehicle in a garage or, failing that, in a well-lit place at night.
“If your car is insulated and in a dark place, it's easier for a thief to crawl under and saw off the converter.
The operation only lasts a few seconds, ”warns the gendarmerie, which has opened several investigations.
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