Plymouth Police Share Tips To Avoid Package Theft

Press release from the City of Plymouth:

December 1, 2020

With the rise in online shopping, especially around the holidays, the Plymouth Police Department is reminding residents to beware of package thefts from residential doorsteps.

Follow and share these tips to help protect yourself and others against package theft:

• Check your mailbox daily and promptly collect your packages. If needed, ask a trusted neighbor to bring your mail or packages inside.
• While traveling, place a mail hold at your local post office, or ask a trusted neighbor or family member to secure your mail and packages on your behalf.
• Customize your delivery by providing delivery instructions online. Request that delivery carriers leave packages in less conspicuous spots, such as a side door or within a fenced area.
• Check the delivery status – some retailers offer text message alerts for deliveries.
• Schedule deliveries to arrive at a time when someone is home.
• Residents in multi-unit buildings should request that management secure deliveries.

As always, if you see something, say something. Dial 9-1-1 to report any suspicious activity.

This press release was produced by the City of Plymouth. The views expressed here are the author’s own.