Report: Metro Atlanta is Losing Millions of Dollars to Porch Pirates. Why the Number is Hard to Track and How You Can Protect Your Purchases

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Tuesday, December 10th, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, many people are rushing to check off items from their shopping lists. While online shopping offers convenience, it also opens the door to crimes of convenience, aka criminals looking to steal packages left unattended on doorsteps. Investigative reporter Liza Lucas spoke to homeowners on high alert and explored the efforts of local law enforcement to tackle this growing issue.

 

A Growing Concern

For Atlanta residents Shawn Medley and Brandon Lyons, home deliveries have become a vital part of daily life, bringing everything from medications to family necessities. But they also come with a growing concern: the risk of having packages stolen.

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