Package Theft

With the holidays fast approaching, more and more of us will be receiving packages from UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc. Unfortunately, as we know all too well, these packages are easy targets for criminals.

That is one of the main issues the off-duty Sheriff's patrol is focusing on in Sierra Oaks. They have public ways to combat this issue, such as following delivery trucks, etc. The Sheriff's Department also has some undercover ways of combating this issue that are not for publication.

As far as what you, the homeowner, can do to fight this crime trend, it's not so cut and dry. I have scoured the net and asked several law enforcement departments for tips. There are not many. Other than the usual, 'be vigilant' and 'stay alert' recommendations, there is not a lot more I can find on the topic. If you come across anything that you feel others should read, please let me know and I will post it here.

UPS does have an article on its site about Omaha Steaks package theft. It ultimately leads to buying insurance. If you are interested in reading the article, click here.