California Man Gets 12 Years for Role in $38 Million Catalytic Converter Theft Ring

The Sacramento man worked with his brother and mother to move stolen catalytic converters from California to a buyer in New Jersey.

A new catalytic converter sits on the floor at Johnny Franklin's Muffler in San Rafael, Calif., on July 11, 2022. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

A 33-year-old Sacramento man was sentenced May 6 to federal prison for his role in transporting thousands of stolen catalytic converters across state lines, laundering money, and other crimes.

Tou Sue Vang was given a 12-year sentence Tuesday for his part in a family-run theft ring, according to acting U.S. Attorney Michele Beckwith.