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Porch pirates prepare to do their own holiday shopping
- Local authorities report a 20 percent rise in porch thefts during the holiday season in Eugene.
- Experts suggest shipping to offices or using lockboxes and Amazon Key to protect deliveries.
- Residents are urged to use Hold for Pickup and Signature Confirmation for valuable items.
- U.S. Postal Service recommends tracking deliveries with Informed Delivery.
- Community members are advised to report suspicious activity to authorities.
- Delivery monitoring and doorbell cameras are recommended to deter theft and aid investigations.
- Officials warn that thieves may monitor routes and pose as risk to unsuspecting shoppers.
- Residents should secure packaging to avoid signaling expensive gifts to thieves.
- Police emphasize reporting thefts helps law enforcement prosecute suspects.
- The report highlights tips from multiple sources including EPD, USPS, and Security Monster.
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