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Program Description

The Westminster Police Department Auto Theft Prevention & Recovery Program provides residents with the resources and knowledge to reduce the risk of auto thefts. The program’s “Westy Trax” initiative offers free vehicle trackers to community members to aid in the recovery of stolen vehicles. 

• Participants will receive a free tracker (Apple AirTag or Tile)
• WPD will install the tracker in a pre-determined location in the participant's vehicle
• Participants will follow steps to register tracker
• WPD will NOT have access to the tracker's location
• If vehicle is stolen, participants must contact WPD and provide the tracker's location
• Participants will be required to monitor and/or replace tracker battery

In addition to a free tracker, participants will receive:  

• CATETCH kits to prevent the theft of catalytic converters and assist in their recovery
• CLUBS – Anti-theft steering wheel lock device
• Warning decal for vehicle

Participant Eligibility & Registration Form 

Participants must live and/or work in Westminster and meet ONE of the following requirements: 

• Recent auto theft victim
• Own a vehicle on CATPA’s Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles list

To participate in the program, the registered owner of the vehicle must complete an online registration form and schedule an appointment ahead of the installation event on June 21, 2025. 

Sign up using the online registration form. 

*All installation spots have been claimed for June 21, 2025. Check back here or follow our socials for updates on our next installation event.

Prepare for Your Appointment 

Participants must arrive on-time for their installation appointment at the Public Safety Center located at 9110 Yates St, Westminster CO, 80031 on June 21, 2025. The registered owner of the vehicle must be at the appointment with their vehicle, and is required to bring a valid driver license, vehicle registration card and proof of insurance. 

Participants must bring their smart phone or personal device to their appointment in order to pair the tracker. If you request an Apple AirTag, please ensure that your iPhone's software is updated. If you request a Tile Tracker, please install the Tile app from the App Store or Google Play and create an account prior to your appointment. 

Registered participants will receive an email with further instructions a week before the event. 

More Auto Theft Prevention Tips and Resources

• Lock vehicle
• Take keys
• Do not leave valuables inside vehicle
• Do not leave vehicle running unattended
• Park in well-lit areas
• Use WESTY TRAX
• Call WPD non-emergency line at (303) 658-4360 to report suspicious behavior

Visit the Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority (CATPA) for additional resources.