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The Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority is thrilled to invite all of you to join us as we work to spread awareness and education regarding Auto Theft through our involvement in the community.

Below you will find the details of our comings and goings at community events as well as the sign up information for our Catalytic Converter Label program. This will include appointments for pick up of DIY kits or information about any installation events. Please reach out with questions.

Steering Wheel Lock Pick Up Locations and Info

Please Bring a Current Registration for Each Vehicle you are Requesting a Lock for

Primary distribution occurs out of the Colorado State Patrol records Department out of 700 Kipling St Lakewood Colorado, 80215. Locks can be picked up Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm excluding holidays. Limit 1 per person. Lakewood currently in stock. 

Troop Office Pick Up

Due to intense demand we encourage you to call the location you are interested in picking up a steering wheel lock from to ensure they have a current stock.

  1. Alamosa – Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:00 am – 4:00pm. 3110 First Street, Alamosa, CO 8110. Out of stock.
  2. Castle Rock – Monday through Thursday, 10:00am-4:00pm.  Troop 1B 4600 Castleton Court, Castle Rock, CO 80109. Closed 8/12-8/16. In Stock! Bring Current Registration.
  3. Colorado Springs – Monday – Friday,  8:00am-4:00pm. Bring a VIN number for registration. Troop 2B,  1480 Quail Lake Loop Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (719) 635-0385 Out of stock.
  4. Craig – Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. 800 W. 1st Street #400 Craig, CO 81625
  5. Durango – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00am-4:00pm and at special events. Troop 5A, 20591 Hwy 160 Durango, CO 81301
  6. Florence – Monday – Friday,  8:00am-4:00pm. 600 W. 3rd Street Suite C Florence, CO 81226 – 719-784-3275 Out of stock. 
  7. Ft. Collins Pick Up – Monday – Friday,  8:00am-4:30pm. Bring a VIN number for registration. Troop 3C, 3832 S. Interstate 25 Fort Collins, CO 80525 (Just North of Harmony Rd Exit headed North on I-25) In Stock! Bring Current Registration.
  8. Golden – Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. Troop 1A/E, 1096 McIntyre St, Golden, CO 80401. Out of stock. 
  9. Archuleta County – 85 Harman Park Drive, Pagosa Spring CO 81147 during normal business hours

 

Upcoming Public Outreach Events

The Blue Haunting – Colorado Department of Public Safety (CDPS) Trunk or Treat – 10/25/2024 CATPA will be one of many excellent Colorado Department of Public Safety business units at the inaugural CDPS Trunk or Treat. Join us at 15055 South Golden Rd. Golden Colorado, 80401 from 6:00pm-8:30pm for auto theft prevention information, tons of other great chances to interact with the Department of Public Safety, and of course, Candy, Candy, Candy!

Colorado Eagles vs Texas Stars – 11/02/2024 The Colorado Eagles look to freeze out the Texas Stars and secure the all important Win. But an even bigger Win is ensuring your car is secure and safe from theft, making Colorado a safer place. CATPA will cover the auto theft prevention information, ringside. Join us! Details Here. 

Hockey Warm Up

Upcoming Catalytic Converter Etching Events

Catalytic Converter etching kits can be picked up at either 700 Kipling St or the Ft. Collins Colorado State Patrol Troop Office from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday excluding Holidays. Bring a VIN for registration!

More Dates Will Continue to Be Announced Soon. Automotive repair facilities who have indicated they install CatETCH labels may be found at the bottom of our “Catalytic Converter” page.

Past Events

Denver District 3 Community Advisory Group 09/11/2024- CATPA is happy to present the latest auto theft trends and prevention information at the upcoming Denver District 3 Community Advisory group.

Evans Heritage Day Festival 09/14/2024- CATPA is happy to support the town of Evans and share information on all of the latest auto theft trends and the best auto theft prevention information at the upcoming Evans Heritage Day Festival.

 

08/17/2023 – Lincoln Tech and Denver PD Catalytic Converter Protection Kit Installation – Sign Up Here

06/27/2023 – Firestone Police and Community Together (PACT)

Join CATPA and our partners at the Firestone Police Department as CATPA helps narrate a discussion between the community and the local Police Department regarding auto theft trends, stats, and prevention. CatETCH kits, steering wheel locks, and great information all available.

07/22/2023 – Lone Tree Police Department Open House

CATPA is thrilled to support our friends in Lone Tree as they allow their community to view the state of the art public safety equipment and facilities they use to ensure citizen safety. A great chance to interact with department personnel and don’t worry, CATPA will be present to continue to spread our auto theft prevention and education message! See you there!

06/24/2023 – Westminster Public Safety Open House

CATPA is thrilled to support our friends in Westminster as they allow their community to view the state of the art public safety equipment and facilities they use to ensure citizen safety. A great chance to interact with department personnel and don’t worry, CATPA will be present to continue to spread our auto theft prevention and education message! See you there!

04/12/2023 through  04/16/2023 – The Denver Auto Show

04/21/2023 – Playoff Hockey with CATPA at the Colorado Eagles.

04/10/2023 – 04/14/2023: Sign Up Here

04/11/2023 – City of Boulder Residents Only: Sign Up Here

04/17/2023 – 04/21/2023: Sign Up Here

04/18/2023 – City of Boulder Residents Only: Sign Up Here

3/3/2023 – Windsor: Sign Up Here

02/10/2023 – CATPA at the Colorado Eagles

01/18/2023 – CATPA takeover night at the Colorado Eagles

Frozen fun sure to ensue as CATPA will look to put Auto Theft on Ice by reminding folks to lock their cars and take their keys as the Colorado Eagles look to ice the Ontario Reign. Special CATPA night with bonus auto theft prevention related fun. See you there!

12/17/2022 – Westminster PD CatETCH Event

12/09/2022 – CATPA at the Colorado Eagles

11/05/2022 – CATPA at the Colorado Eagles

Frozen fun sure to ensue as CATPA will look to put Auto Theft on Ice by reminding folks to lock their cars and take their keys as the Colorado Eagles look to ice the Ontario Reign

11/19/2022 – CATPA at the Air Force versus CSU Football Game

A Mountain West Showdown of two fierce competitors, grid iron supremacy to be determined, but auto theft awareness sure to be spread. See you there!

11/19/2022 – Operation Free Bird – 201 W 70th Ave Denver CO (Mountain States Toyota) 10:00am – 2:00pm MST

CATPA will be supporting our good friends at the Adams County Sheriffs Office during their annual community event. A cannot miss event

11/04/2023 – Air Force vs Army Football – Mile High Stadium

CATPA prepares for a grid iron clash of athletic foes. Guts, glory, and pride is all on the line. But before the two teams do battle on the field, you’ll find CATPA battling auto theft through education and awareness in the pre-game tailgate area. Join us before the game to learn about auto theft prevention.

11/25/2023 – Colorado Eagles vs. Texas Stars

Join CATPA and everyone’s favorite AHL team, the Colorado Eagles, for what is guaranteed to be a  great time. Good hockey, guaranteed; auto theft prevention information, guaranteed. See you there!

12/02/2023 – Air Force vs. University of Colorado Women’s Basketball

CATPA is happy to support the Air Force Women’s Basketball program as they take on the University of Colorado Buffaloes. A major matchup of Colorado teams is a sure fire way for sparks to fly. Join us as we share the best auto theft prevention information pre-game.