Catalytic converters from seven vans owned by the Northshore Senior Center were stolen. Author: KING 5 Staff Updated: 9:40 AM PST February 17, 2021 BOTHELL, Wash. — A nonprofit in Bothell lost its only mode of transportation when thieves stole catalytic converters from seven of its vans. A sawzall was wedged into the exhaust pipe of an eighth van. "It's been quite a nightmare," said Northshore Senior Center Transportation Manager Cliff Perry. The fleet of vans is used to deliver 60 meals a day to vulnerable seniors in Bothell. Bothell Police Department spokesperson Cam Johnson said it's a pattern in the area and across the country. The metals inside the converters are valuable. Though all vehicles are potential targets, Johnson said commercial vehicles are targeted more often.