University of Delaware Police have made two arrests on multiple charges stemming from catalytic converter thefts.

Joshua Haller, 34, of Elkton, Md., and Amanda Grove, 35, of Newark, were arraigned on charges of theft over $1,500, a felony-level offense, as well as conspiracy and criminal mischief. Neither Haller nor Grove has an affiliation with the University of Delaware.

Haller and Grove were arrested in connection with the theft of catalytic converters from vehicles that had been parked outside of a building on the University’s STAR Campus. Witnesses initially identified Haller and an unknown woman leaving the area on Oct. 3 in a black Jeep Compass with a stolen Delaware registration.

An arrest warrant for Haller was approved on Oct. 8. Haller turned himself in to UD Police for arraignment, at which time it was learned that Haller had several warrants from Cecil County, Md. He was arraigned on an out-of-state fugitive charge and given an unconditional trespass warning.

Through continued investigation, UD Police positively identified Grove as the second suspect involved with the thefts. With approval of an arrest warrant for Grove, it was learned that she had additional warrants from Delaware State Police; New Castle County Police; Maryland State Police; and Cecil County Police.

Grove was transported to UD Police on Jan. 13. She was arraigned on the aforementioned charges and given an unsecured bail of $11,000, as well as a no-contact order with the University of Delaware.

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Members of the University community are reminded to be vigilant: If you see something, say something. Be aware of your surroundings. Call 911 to report suspicious behavior.

The University of Delaware Police Department is committed to assisting victims. The UD Helpline provides crisis support and victim advocacy and is available 24/7 by calling (302) 831-1001. Read more about UD’s campus and community services and resources, victim support services, and complainant resources.

A wealth of resources and services is available to you through UD if you believe you are a victim of a crime. There are countless other resources available at UD to support you on your path to success — from student counseling and diversity and inclusion, to overall student wellbeing.

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