Multiple Catalytic Converter Thefts Reported Overnight in Larchmont, Police Warn Residents

LARCHMONT, NY (October 25, 2026) — The Larchmont Police Department is warning residents after multiple catalytic converters were stolen from vehicles parked in the village overnight, according to a community alert issued Saturday.

Police did not specify how many vehicles were targeted or identify the locations of the thefts in the October 24 alert.

Catalytic converters contain valuable precious metals that make them attractive targets for thieves, police said. The devices can be removed in minutes, often leaving vehicle owners facing significant damage and costly repairs.

The department urged residents to watch for vehicles jacked up or raised overnight or during early morning hours, people working underneath parked cars with tools or power saws, and loud metal-cutting sounds in residential neighborhoods. Police also warned residents to be alert for suspicious vehicles circling or idling near parked cars.

To reduce the risk of theft, police recommended parking vehicles in garages or well-lit areas whenever possible. Other precautions include installing catalytic converter anti-theft shields or cages, engraving vehicle identification numbers on converters and using motion-sensor lighting or vehicle alarms.

Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity to the Larchmont Police Department at (914) 834-1000. Anyone witnessing a crime in progress or experiencing an emergency should call 911 immediately.

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