Dearborn, MI – With the holiday shopping season underway, the Dearborn Police Department is alerting residents to a rise in package thefts across neighborhoods. The department says porch and mailbox thefts tend to spike this time of year as delivery volumes increase.
According to the Dearborn Police Department, thieves often follow delivery trucks from major carriers, waiting for drivers to leave packages unattended before stealing them. Officers are urging residents to take simple precautions to protect their holiday deliveries.
Police recommend retrieving packages as soon as they arrive, or if unavailable, sending them to a trusted friend, family member, or using signature-required delivery options. Residents can also request delivery companies to place packages out of sight from the street and track deliveries to pick them up promptly.
The department further advises ensuring home security cameras are operational and aimed at delivery areas. Residents noticing suspicious individuals or vehicles in their neighborhood should contact the Dearborn Police Department at 313-943-3030.
“If you see a crime in progress, call 9-1-1 immediately,” police emphasized in their statement, adding that community vigilance is key to preventing theft this season.
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