Catalytic converter thieves strike near Lake Cushman

Lake Cushman Maintenance Company has been the victim of theft twice in the span of a week.

According to General Manager Aaron Nix, the company has had people cutting off the catalytic converters to some of their vehicles, along with stealing some tools and truck battery. There were two separate incidents of theft in the early morning hours of Oct. 25 and Oct. 30.

The thefts occurred at its maintenance shops and both instances have been reported to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office and investigations are ongoing.

The theft on Oct. 25 accounted for almost $2,000 worth of stolen items, including...