With the arrival of the holiday season, police are reminding people to take steps to protect packages, both at home and while out shopping.
"While youB次元官网网址檙e busy making lists and checking them twice, so are porch pirates and parking lot prowlers," said Const. Chris Terleski, media relations officer for the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP. "With the increase in deliveries and shopping trips, itB次元官网网址檚 important to stay one step ahead of would-be thieves. DonB次元官网网址檛 let the holiday hustle and bustle turn into a humbug heartbreak and follow these tips to help keep your treasures safe and secure."
Here are the RCMP's tips for staying vigilant against the threat of porch pirates and other thieves.
At home:
B次元官网网址� Schedule deliveries: arrange for packages to be delivered when someone is home
B次元官网网址� Track shipments: use tracking services and receive updates to know exactly when your packages arrive
B次元官网网址� CanB次元官网网址檛 be at home? Have someone like a friend, family member, or trusted neighbour retrieve it for you
B次元官网网址� Choose an alternate delivery location: have packages delivered to your workplace or a secure pickup location
B次元官网网址� Request signature: coordinate with carriers to ensure someone is available to receive the package
B次元官网网址� B次元官网网址 surveillance: doorbell and other security cameras can deter thieves
B次元官网网址� If your package is stolen: file a report with the courier and notify police right away.
Out shopping:
B次元官网网址� Keep items out of sight: store purchases in your trunk and not on the passenger seats
B次元官网网址� Lock your doors: ensure you vehicle is secure, even during short stops
B次元官网网址� Be aware: pay attention to who is nearby when you are loading items into your car
If you see suspicious activity around vehicles or homes, report it immediately and directly to police.
"LetB次元官网网址檚 work together to make this holiday season merry, bright, and theft-free!" said Terleski.
