The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is offering free catalytic converter etching through its Etch and Catch program to help deter theft and aid in recovery for residents of the 3rd and 4th Districts (Silver Spring, Wheaton, Aspen Hill, Cloverly, Olney, Brookeville, Briggs Chaney, Burtonsville, Kemp Mill and Kensington).
Per MCPD: “The Montgomery County Police Department’s catalytic converter etching program, referred to as Etch and Catch, aims to deter catalytic thefts and aid in the recovery of converters should they be stolen. The Police Department has partnered with local body shops and vehicle service centers, whose technicians serialize and paint Montgomery County residents’ vehicle catalytic converters for free. Participants are also given a vehicle window cling that reads, ” This vehicle’s catalytic converter has been etched.”
Appointments available: March 19, 2025: If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, please use the QR Code to sign-up and someone from our unit will be in touch with you to schedule an appointment. Appointments are “first come, first served”. The details regarding where to take your vehicle will be shared once your appointment is confirmed. Any questions, contact Sergeant Enendu at: [email protected]”
