Catalytic Converter Thefts In Marlborough, Nearby Towns Included In Large Bust

MARLBOROUGH, MA — State and federal authorities charged seven Springfield-area men Wednesday as part of a bust of a burglary crew accused of stealing hundreds of catalytic converters across Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

The theft ring left almost no corner of the state untouched. Authorities detailed where and when the thieves lifted the pricey exhaust part — describing the thieves as like a NASCAR pit crew in their precision.

The seven men, who police said stole more than 470 car parts worth at least $2 million in the two states over the past two years, were arrested on Wednesday morning. Some of the accused thieves also targeted automatic teller machines and jewelry stores, according to officials.

The suspects in the case have been identified as:

• Rafael Davila, AKA “Robin Hood,” 35, of Feeding Hills, MA
• Jose Torres, AKA “Goldy,” a/k/a “Goldy Tech,” 37, of Springfield, MA
• Nicolas Davila, 25, of Springfield, MA
• Jose Fonseca, AKA “Charlito,” 26, of Springfield, MA
• Zachary Marshall, 26, of Holyoke, MA
• Santo Feliberty, 34, of Springfield, MA
• Alexander Oyola, a/k/a “Dirty,” 37, of Springfield, MA

They have been charged with conspiracy to transport stolen property in interstate commerce, interstate transportation of stolen property, conspiracy to commit bank theft, bank theft, and money laundering conspiracy, authorities said.

Here's where, and when and how many catalytic converters they stole in the area:

• Feb. 16, Marlborough — 1
• Feb. 16, Northborough — 4
• Jan. 30, Shrewsbury — 16
• March 7, Hudson — 1
• Sept. 20, 2022, Sudbury — 1
• May 10, 2022, Holliston — 10
• March 8, 2022, Milford — 8
• Jan. 9, Worcester — 13