3 catalytic converter theft suspects arrested in Shenandoah

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3 suspected catalytic converter thieves arrested in Shenandoah

The Shenandoah Police Department says three suspects have been charged with felony theft after stolen catalytic converters were found in the trunk of their car.

Three theft suspects were arrested after five catalytic converters were found in the trunk of their car, Shenandoah police say.

Just after 1 a.m. Friday, officers made a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle pulling out of a hotel parking lot.

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Police say the investigation resulted in the discovery of the catalytic converters, two of which had just been stolen. 

Officers also found battery-powered saws and saw blades, authorities say.

The occupants of the car, three 17-year-old males, were arrested. They have been charged with felony theft.