Project CATCON ID

The department is aware of increased local catalytic converter thefts, which are a nuisance and decrease the quality of life in our community. We have dedicated resources to work on this problem and are investigating those responsible. Community members are encouraged to take proactive crime prevention measures to reduce the chance of being victimized. 

As a part of our response, Everett Police initiated Project CATCON ID to promote theft prevention techniques. Everett residents are asked to engrave the last 8 digits of their vehicle identification number (VIN) on the catalytic converter and highlight the number with high temperature paint. If your converter is stolen and reported, if recovered, we can track it back to the owner and solve crimes.

For other ways to protect your vehicle, view our catalytic converter theft prevention sheet.

Thieves are not just stealing catalytic converters, license plates and cars themselves are also targets. You can protect yourself from vehicle theft by buying a vehicle club at our North Precinct for 16 dollars.

We also encourage anti-theft locking screws for license plates that can be purchased from various third-party retailers. 

To learn more about how to protect your car, view our auto theft reduction sheet, or check out additional brochures from the Washinton Auto Theft Prevention Authority and Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force.