San Pablo police recover over 700 stolen catalytic converters
- San Pablo police, in collaboration with the county sheriff's office, seized over 700 stolen catalytic converters and 1,100 pounds of copper cable wire during a joint investigation.
- The investigation began in August after receiving tips about illegal sales in the area, leading to the identification of three suspects.
- The suspects were arrested and booked on felony charges, highlighting the ongoing issue of stolen property trafficking in the region.
On a Tuesday, San Pablo police, in collaboration with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office, executed a significant operation that led to the recovery of over 700 stolen catalytic converters and more than 1,100 pounds of copper cable wire. This operation was the result of a joint investigation initiated in August, prompted by intelligence regarding illegal sales occurring in the San Pablo area. The investigation focused on three suspects believed to be involved in the illicit trade of stolen property. Warrants were executed at two locations: the 1700 block of Road 20 in San Pablo and the 1000 block of Brookside Drive in Richmond. During the searches, law enforcement discovered a substantial cache of stolen items, including the catalytic converters and copper wire, along with over $113,000 in cash. The sheer volume of the recovered items indicates a well-organized operation. Authorities suspect that the three men arrested are part of an ongoing criminal enterprise dedicated to the buying and selling of stolen goods. While the suspects have not been publicly identified, they have been booked into the Martinez Detention Facility on serious felony charges, including grand theft of copper materials and receiving stolen property. The police are urging anyone with additional information regarding this case or related activities to come forward and contact them. This operation highlights the ongoing issue of catalytic converter thefts and the need for community vigilance in combating such crimes.