Catalytic converter theft suspects lead Suffolk police on high‑speed chase

Two Bronx men accused in a series of Suffolk County catalytic converter thefts face multiple charges after leading officers on a high‑speed chase early Saturday, authorities said.

Investigators say Henry Cruz and Luis Acosta stole several catalytic converters in Lindenhurst before evading attempts by police to pull them over. Officers pursued their SUV onto the Southern State Parkway.

Police deployed stop sticks, flattening the vehicle’s tires. Cruz and Acosta then ran from the scene and were taken into custody after a chase through nearby woods, officials said…

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