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AT&T offers reward for information regarding catalytic converter thefts
Thieves are removing and stealing the converters, thereby reducing the number of vehicles available to respond to service issues, the company said.
Since mid-November, there have been 12 separate incidents of catalytic converter thefts from AT&T vehicles in the following areas: Reno, Nev.; and the California cities of Redding, Merced, Auburn, Hanford, Clearlake, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, Bakersfield, Placerville, Simi Valley and Yuba City.
“AT&T takes this matter very seriously,” said Mark McDonald, director network services, in Northern California, AT&T. “We’re hoping the reward will motivate people in the affected areas to be more alert and to pay close attention to any suspicious activity near AT&T work centers. We are cooperating with law enforcement to make sure those responsible are apprehended and prosecuted.”
AT&T urges anyone with information on these crimes to call 1-800-807-4205 to begin the investigation process and possibly claim the reward.
Citizens should contact local law enforcement immediately if they observe anyone without AT&T branded apparel in or near AT&T work centers after business hours.
Only one reward will be given per person who calls in a tip that leads to an arrest and conviction. Individuals cannot receive additional reward money for multiple tips or convictions.