Suspected Package Thief Arrested In Milpitas

MILPITAS, CA -- A Milpitas man was arrested and booked into the Santa Clara County main jail on suspicion of possession of stolen property, a case resulting from an alert resident who allegedly noticed him hiding a package under his jacket while walking on S. Park Victoria Drive on Dec. 3.

Police are accusing Romano Pamilar Macario, 31, of stealing property from a residence on Creighton Court.

The Milpitas Police Department urges more citizens come forward when witnessing suspicious behavior -- especially in a time of year when package thieves are prevalent. Some of these thieves will sometimes follow delivery trucks to identify targets.

When arranging a delivery, consider choosing an option that requires a signature upon delivery or have the package delivered to a family member, friend, or neighbor who will be home to accept the delivery. If your employer permits it, you may consider having the package delivered to your work address. Some delivery carriers offer a secure location for pick-up and delivery notifications via text or email when a package is delivered. Security cameras and doorbell cameras can also be utilized to monitor the front porch or other areas of your home.

--Image via Milpitas Police Department