Thieves caught on video brazenly stealing catalytic converters in broad daylight in Avondale
Even though this attack happened in broad daylight and neighbors tried to step in, the thieves were still successful anyway.
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Even though this attack happened in broad daylight and neighbors tried to step in, the thieves were still successful anyway.
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