A WARNING has been issued after a spate of thefts in the North Wales area.

Office of North Wales Police's community safety East team are urging residents to park their vehicles in a garage.

This comes after a spate of thefts of catalytic converters.

A spokesman said: "We are experiencing a spate of theft of catalytic converters at the moment. Higher chassis vehicles most at risk.

"If you can, park your vehicle in a garage but if not, park your car with the exhaust nearest to a wall or fence."