Packages Stolen 'Within Minutes' After Delivery: Swampscott Police

SWAMPSCOTT, MA — North Shore residents are being warned of packages being stolen "within minutes" of being delivered to front porches and urged to take precautions to protect their purchases.

Swampscott police issued a community alert on Thursday telling residents that packages including electronics were being swiped off porches and entryways soon after being dropped off.

Residents are advised to have packages delivered to a local store for pickup if being sent from a network provider or manufacturer, ask for a signature upon delivery and make sure someone is home when packages are expected.

Town residents were encouraged to contact the Swampscott Police Department with any questions or concerns.

(Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. X/Twitter: @Scott_Souza.)