Crime & Safety

Catalytic Converter Cut Off Parked Car in Hinsdale

Hinsdale police reports, Jan. 14-20.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 16

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Catalytic Converter Cut

An unknown thief cut the muffler and catalytic converter off of a vehicle parked in the Adventist Hinsdale Hospital parking garage between 3 p.m. and 3:40 p.m. on Jan. 16, police said.

The stolen items are valued at $200. The case is currently pending.

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TUESDAY, JAN. 14

Cable Account Fraud

An unknown person used the personal information of a resident from the 400 block of West 2nd Street to open a cable account and run up an outstanding balance of $809 between Jan. 1 and Jan. 14, police said.

The victim was notified of the balance by a collections agency. The case is currently pending.

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