LEBANON, Tenn. — Arrr, matey! A not-so-swashbuckling "porch pirate" has made waves in the Woodbridge Glen neighborhood of Lebanon—but don’t expect this bandit to win Best Dressed at the next costume contest. On June 3rd, this treasure-hunting thief skipped the eye patch and parrot, opting instead for the traditional outfit of a poorly disguised opportunist with no shame. Authorities say the package was taken faster than you can say “Amazon Prime,” and now they’re on the lookout for this modern-day buccaneer.
If you’ve got information on this fashion-forward felon, give dispatch a ring at 615-444-2323. Meanwhile, locals are encouraged to ward off scallywags with helpful tips like using delivery notifications, hiding packages from plain view, installing cameras (smile for the crime reel!), and asking a neighbor to grab your loot before it walks the plank. No need to walk the gangplank yourself—just protect your porch booty.
Police Released the Following Tips to Avoid Porch Pirates:
- Enable delivery notifications and real-time tracking to know when your package is arriving.
- Choose delivery times or dates that match your availability, if possible.
- Request drivers place packages in less visible spots.
- Visible surveillance that could deter thieves and provide evidence if theft occurs.
- Weatherproof, secure lockboxes keep deliveries safe and accessible only by you and the courier.
- If you're not home, ask a trusted neighbor to pick up your package and hold it safely.
