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We seem to be having a catalytic converter theft problem throughout most of Michigan right now. Our shop was hit by thieves twice now, they manage to avoid the camera ID with hoodies and masks.  One was in the parking lot, when the customer didn't pick up as planned over Christmas. Others were in our fenced in, locked yard. They cut the chain link. They look like pros as they slither through the lot. Every one has been hit around here in our small town, as well as dealerships in surrounding towns. How do they cash in on 50+ brand new catalytic converters at the scrap yard anyway? We have cameras pointing in every direction, but they see those and find a way around detection. A private security guard runs upwards of $3,000 a week. Scrap is at $2.10. I think as long as they can catch a few bucks that way they will.

So tell me, are you having problems and what are you doing to deter theft? 

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