Avon and Somerset Police have launched an investigation following the theft of a catalytic converter from a car in Bath last week.
At approximately 2.45pm on Thursday 18th February, the item was stolen from a Toyota Prius that was parked in a disabled bay within the Royal United Hospital’s main car park.
Three white males wearing masks and hooded clothing were seen leaving the scene at around that time in a black Vauxhall hatchback, thought to be an Astra or a Corsa.
Officers want to speak to them in connection with their investigation.
Anyone who witnessed what happened, or may have footage showing the area, is asked to call 101 giving the call-handler reference number 5221035796.
If you see someone acting suspiciously around a vehicle, report it to the police on 101.
Ideally, provide a vehicle registration/make/model and colour, and a description of the suspects. If you witness a crime in progress, call 999.
Avon and Somerset Police has issued the following advice to deter thieves:
- Park your vehicle in a secure garage overnight or somewhere that makes it difficult for thieves to access its underside.
- Park where neighbours and passers-by could see anyone tampering with the vehicle.
- Install motion-activated security light or CCTV.
- Mark your catalytic converter with a commercially-available etching kit or fitting a ‘cat’ clamp or alarm. This can also help police trace the item and prove a theft, helping them bring offenders to justice.
