Holidays bring out porch pirates, how to protect your packages

By: ABC57 News Staff

Posted: Dec 22, 2023 9:15 PM EST

NOW: Holidays bring out porch pirates, how to protect your packages

SOUTH BEND, Ind. - ABC57's Annie Kate spoke with one South Bend resident whose Christmas present from her grandma was stolen.

Experts recommend shipping packages to a secure location instead of your house, like a workplace, a retail store, or Amazon locker to prevent theft.

You can also use real-time package tracking when it's available.