City Of Albany: Community Notification: Mail Theft Awareness

Press release from the City of Albany:

10/07/2021 2:10 PM

Mail Theft Awareness

 
The Albany Police Department wants community members to be aware of recent reports of mail theft throughout the city. Most commonly, the incidents are occurring during the night, but there have been instances where the thefts occur in broad daylight. These thefts are from residential mailboxes as well as mailboxes in apartment complexes.

Tips to Protect Your Mail:

• Pick up mail from your mailbox as soon as possible after delivery, especially if you are expecting to receive a check or merchandise. Do not leave your mail unattended overnight.
• Replace your mailbox with one that has a locking device. It won't always stop mail theft but it makes it more difficult for thieves to gain access.
• Do not send cash or sensitive information through the mail. Do not leave outgoing mail with checks or money orders in your personal mailbox for pick up by the mail carrier.
• Alert the Post Office if you are going out of town. The U.S. Postal Service can hold your mail at no charge if you'll be traveling.

ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT  ·  1000 San Pablo Ave. Albany, CA 94706  ·  1+(510) 525-7300   Emergencies: 911  

This press release was produced by the City of Albany. The views expressed here are the author’s own.