As the holiday season approaches, those ordering packages from online retailers may want to keep them out of sight.
The Prince George RCMP want people to be aware of porch pirates, and take extra steps in preventing packages from being snatched up.
Cpl. Jennifer Cooper gives some ways to keep your items safe.
“If you can, change your delivery address to your workplace. That way you can be assured they’re not sitting out in front of your doorway for several hours.”
“If that’s not a possibility, maybe reach out to some neighbours that can maybe pick them up and tuck them in a garage, or just hold them at their house for you until you return home.”
Cooper said it’s best to call police if a package is stolen so they know where the activity is to track and trace it.
She said they have had instances where officers found the items on someone later that day, and were able to return the packages.
Any video footage of the suspect grabbing the package, or that shows what they’re wearing also gives officers something to lookout for when on patrols.
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