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Suspect vehicle stole catalytic converter from school bus

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Pope county school bus theft suspect vehicle

POPE COUNTY, ILLINOIS (WSIL) -- The sheriff's office needs the public's help in a theft case and wants to know if you can identify this vehicle. 

Sheriff Jerry Suits says a suspect or suspects stole a catalytic converter off a school bus. The bus was parked behind the Pope County Community Unit School District. 

The theft happened during the afternoon on Thursday, December 22, 2022. A time when faculty, staff, and students were away for Christmas break. 

The cost to replace and install the catalytic converter is $3,200. 

Those with information on the theft or who can identify the vehicle, should reach out to the sheriff's office. Callers will be kept confidential.

A reward will also be given to whoever provides a tip leading to a conviction.

The sheriff adds catalytic converter thefts in Pope county and the surrounding counties, even in neighboring states, continues to remain an issue. 

POPE COUNTY SHERIFF:

216 E Decatur Street

Golconda, IL 62938

(618) 683-4321