"Actor Johnny Wactor Killed in Catalytic Converter Theft in Los Angeles"

"General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor was fatally shot while confronting thieves stealing his catalytic converter in Los Angeles. Catalytic converter thefts have surged due to the high value of metals like platinum, rhodium, and palladium. Despite a recent decline in thefts, the crime remains prevalent. To protect vehicles, experts recommend parking in well-lit areas, installing antitheft devices, varying parking locations, using closed garages, and painting catalytic converters.