The Sacramento Police Department is partnering with local businesses to host a FREE catalytic converter etching event where vehicle license plate numbers will be etched onto catalytic converters.  

The event takes place on Wednesday, August 8, 2012, from 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Jiffy Lube located at 3424 Northgate Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95834. 

The presence of license plate numbers on catalytic converters can provide police with the information needed to identify stolen property, contact victims, and apprehend and prosecute criminals.  This event is sponsored by Jiffy Lube, The Home Depot, Cal Signs, Office Depot, Church's Chicken, Specialized Exhaust, and Starbucks Coffee.

The event is only open to City of Sacramento residents and space is limited.  At the event, you will be required to show proof that you are currently residing in Sacramento.  Bring one of the following with your Sacramento address:  Driver License, Vehicle Registration or Power Bill. 

Reservations are required for this event.  To register go to www.sacpd.org. Highlight the "Catalytic Converter THEFT" tab in the left hand side bar, then click on the "ETCH & CATCH EVENT" link.  From there, click the link at the bottom of the flier to download a FREE ticket to the event.   If you have specific questions about the event, click "Contact the Host" on the Eventbrite Etch&Catch Event webpage.