If you suspect you are a victim of mail or package theft, follow these steps immediately:
: Inform the merchant or sender. They may offer a refund or a redelivery. ### Reporting Specific Incidents
: If you were expecting a check, debit card, or credit card, report it as potential fraud immediately to freeze accounts. stealing
: If a package is simply late, you can start a Missing Mail Search through USPS seven days after the shipping date. Prevention Tips
: Call emergency services immediately if you see a theft in progress. If you suspect you are a victim of
: Report the theft to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) or call 1-877-876-2455.
: Contact your local police department to create an official record, which is often required for insurance or bank claims. : If a package is simply late, you
Mail and package theft (often called "porch piracy") is a serious crime that has seen a recent uptick in reports, particularly involving stolen checks and gift cards. Recent incidents as of April 2026 include arrests for large-scale mail theft using master keys in Davie and ongoing investigations into stolen checks in Mission Bend.