catalytic converter theft

The metals inside the converters are worth around $100 and $150 at scrap yards or the black market.

A hunk of precious metal bolted to the underside of cars is drawing unwanted attention from thieves.

Catalytic converters were stolen between midnight and 5:30 a.m. in Beverly and Morgan Park, police said.

It costs Chicagoans about $1 million a year to replace the expensive car part, the city estimated.

As the city cracks down on the black market for stolen car parts, these tips can keep your car safe.

A proposed city ordinance aims to make it harder for thieves to sell the stolen converters.

At least five incidents have been reported since Feb. 5, police say. 

Thieves are targeting the car parts, which can fetch big bucks on the resale market.

The parts fetch as much as $1,000 for the thieves — but can cost car owners up to $2,000 to repair.

Police officers heard a saw and spotted Jamel K. Chavours cutting a catalytic converter, police said.

The parts fetch as much as $1,000 for the thieves — but can cost car owners up to $2,000 to repair.