Suspects in Catalytic Converter Theft Crash While Fleeing in Los Feliz

Theft Suspects Apprehended in Los Feliz Crash

Early Friday morning, a pursuit involving two juvenile theft suspects ended in a crash in Los Feliz. According to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), officers noticed a vehicle fitting the description of a car involved in recent catalytic converter thefts.

At approximately 4 a.m., officers observed two individuals outside their vehicle, surrounding another car parked on the street. Upon approaching the suspects, a brief pursuit began, lasting under a minute.

The suspects’ vehicle struck the curb, causing them to lose control, LAPD officials stated. In the aftermath, officers were able to recover multiple catalytic converters and tools associated with the thefts.

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to gather information related to the incident.