Package
theft, also known as "front porch shopping", rises during the holiday
season. If you are shipping any gifts this month, below are some package
protection tips:
- Skip the surprise: inform the receiver you are
sending the package, and send it to a location where s/he will
be on-hand to sign for it. The goal is to make sure the package isn't
unattended for a significant length of time.
- Consider going one step further and asking the
receiver to pick the package up at a shipping facility.
- Track your shipments online to
confirm delivery and/or require signature for receipt.
- When you send the package, ship it from
the facility rather than leaving it outside your home for
pickup.
- Insure valuable items.
- Watch for vehicles following delivery vans in your village. Some thieves track shipment drivers from house to house.
