Sheriffs bust suspected catalytic converter theft ring across L.A. and Orange counties

A significant number of stolen car parts were recovered, with an estimated value of $4.3 million. Five men were taken into custody in connection with these thefts.

The arrests were made by deputies, who were investigating a theft ring. The value of the recovered parts gives an indication of the scope of the thefts.

Further information about the investigation and arrests is available from the Orange County Sheriff's Department, which announced the developments this week.