Federal law also prohibits the removal of catalytic converters. Prices vary when it comes to replacement converters because of the fit of the part. Universal replacements can cost about $200-$300 ...

When "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor found three people trying to steal the catalytic converter from his Toyota Prius last May, one of the thieves yelled "No!" before his "hot-headed" companion ...

An El Paso man was arrested and accused of stealing several catalytic converters throughout the city, according to police.