Catalytic Converter Theft, Ellon

Police Scotland is appealing for information following the theft of a catalytic converter from a Renault Master van parked in Castelpark Industrial Estate, Ellon. The theft occurred between 5pm on Friday 10 April and 5pm on Saturday 11 April 2026.

Catalytic converters are devices fitted to vehicle exhausts to reduce the amount of dangerous gases emitted. They are targeted by thieves as they contain valuable metals.

To protect your vehicle from catalytic converter theft -

Try to park in a garage overnight, or if you have a commercial vehicle, park it in a secure compound. If this isn’t possible, park in an area that’s well-lit and overlooked and try to park so that the converter can’t be easily reached by potential thieves. Vehicles that sit high above the road are particularly vulnerable.

If using a public car park look out for the Park Mark sign. Park Mark is awarded to parking facilities that have met the requirements of a risk assessment conducted by the Police.

Consider using a catalytic converter protection device that locks in around the converter. 

Register your catalytic converter and mark it with a forensic marker to make it harder for thieves to dispose of. 

If you see someone acting suspiciously under a vehicle, report it to the police. 

 

If you have any information in relation to this incident you can : 

Contact Police on 101 or using the ‘Contact Us’ form on the Police Scotland website https://www.scotland.police.uk/secureforms/contact/

Report anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers 0800 555 111. 

Quoting reference 1074 of 13 April 2026.

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