Burnaby- Charges have been approved against a 50-year-old Surrey man after an investigation by Burnaby RCMP’s Prolific Offender Suppression Team (POST), which resulted in the recovery of 439 catalytic converters, the majority of which were believed to be stolen and destined for shipment to the United States.
On March 24, 2021, Burnaby RCMP launched an investigation into the rising problem of catalytic converter theft in the city.
During POST’s investigation, a man who was allegedly knowingly purchasing stolen catalytic converters from property crime offenders across the Lower Mainland was identified.
On June 1, 2023, Burnaby RCMP executed search warrants at four locations linked to the accused, including his home, business, and an industrial works yard.
In total, 439 catalytic converters, including 392 pre-packaged for shipment to the U.S., were seized.
On May 31, 2024, the BC Prosecution Service approved the following charges against Jasvindar (Jas) Singh, 50, of Surrey, B.C.
*Attempt to possess property obtained by crime over $5000.
*Attempt to traffic property obtained by crime over $5000.