Crime & Safety

Ellicott City Flood: How To Get Towed Vehicles Back

Did you leave your vehicle downtown in Ellicott City during the flood? Here is what to do, according to Howard County officials.

ELLICOTT CITY, MD — As authorities continue to tow vehicles from downtown Ellicott City, they have issued instructions for people who left their autos around Main Street during Sunday's flooding. As of Monday evening, Howard County government officials said they planned to continue towing through the evening and Tuesday.

In the meantime, people who left their vehicles around Main Street on Sunday are asked to send an email with the following information to HCPDCarRecovery@howardcountymd.gov:

  • Name
  • Cell phone
  • Other contact information
  • Car make, model and color
  • Vehicle license plate number

Those who send their information will receive a reply with a response from the Howard County Police Department.

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