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Putnam County Sheriff's Office warns about increase of stolen packages

As the holiday season continues, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office has issued a crucial warning: safeguard your packages from porch pirates.

Katerina Belales

Dec 13, 2023, 7:20 AM

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As the holiday season continues, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office has issued a crucial warning: safeguard your packages from porch pirates.

To shield your packages, the Sheriff's Office recommends several precautions.

These measures include opting to receive packages at your workplace, setting up security cameras or doorbells at your residence, requesting a signature upon delivery, and enlisting a neighbor's help to hold packages if you're away from home.

For more information and safety tips, click here.

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