Peninsula Catalytic Converter Suspects Lead Cops On Pursuit

PACIFICA, CA — At least one catalytic theft suspect led authorities on a pursuit early Saturday morning that was eventually terminated, Pacifica police said.

Officers at around 1:05 a.m. Saturday responded to the 500 block of Arguello Boulevard on the report of a possible catalytic converter theft, police said.

A witness who reported the apparent burglary told authorities they saw the burglars put a car on jacks before removing the catalytic converter, police said.

The burglars were seen fleeing in dark-colored sedan, police said.

A few minutes later officers stationed on Highway 1 saw a Dodge Charger Hellcat that matched the description of the suspect vehicle speeding northbound on Fassler Avenue, police said.

A pursuit ensued after the driver refused to stop for the officers, but the pursuit was terminated on northbound Highway 280 at the 19th Avenue split in Daly City, police said.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Pacifica Police Department at (650) 738-7314 or the Silent Witness Tip Line at 650-359-4444.

Online crime tips may also be submitted here.

Refer to Pacifica police case No. 22-2741