Protect Your Holiday Packages From Theft, Brick Police Urge

BRICK, NJ — If you are ordering gifts this holiday season and having them delivered by mail or package service, the Brick Township Police Department is urging you to take steps to prevent them from being stolen.

For starters, ask for a tracking number. Most major shipping companies offer this service at no charge. This number allows you to track your packages and notifies you when they will be delivered.

Also:

• Request a "Signature Delivery Option" that requires a signature before the package is left.
• Request a specific drop off time and date when you will be home to accept your package.
• Arrange to have your package held at the shipping service so you can pick them up at your convenience.
• Ask the delivery service to leave your packages at a side or back door.
• Have your packages delivered to your workplace if your employer allows this.
• Have your package delivered to the home of a relative or trusted neighbor.
• Ask to have your packages delivered to a retail store so you can pick them up at your convenience.

If your packages do not arrive as scheduled contact the sender immediately.

If you suspect that your package was stolen, please contact the Police Department at 732-262-1100.