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Scrap metal recycler giving away catalytic converter theft deterrent kits
Scrap metal recycler giving away catalytic converter theft deterrent kits
Scrap metal recycler Metalico-Rochester will distribute free catalytic converter identification kits Sunday at the Brighton Police Department’s Public Safety Day.
The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Brighton High School. The kits, free while supplies last, were donated by the Empire Chapter of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) and by Metalico-Rochester.
Catalytic converter theft remains a problem because of the precious metals they contain.
The kit includes a non-destructible tag and etching fluid to engrave a unique serial number onto the catalytic converter. ISRI-affiliated recycling companies will record the serial number as well as personal identification from individuals seeking to sell a scrap catalytic converter.
Information obtained can lead law enforcement agencies to potential thieves.
“Metalico, along with all of our colleague ISRI-member companies, are committed to stamping out catalytic converter thefts,” Katie Ilecki, vice president and general manager of Metalico-Rochester, said in a news release.
Said Lawrence Schillinger, ISRI compliance counsel: “The scrap recycling industry is perfectly positioned to obtain the critical information needed to arrest and successfully prosecute catalytic converter thieves. ISRI partners with police departments across the state to implement proven strategies to combat scrap metal theft.”
There are three Metalico locations in the Rochester area: Portland Avenue, Scottsville Road and in Bergen.
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