Mail thefts on the rise in Arroyo Grande, police warn
The Arroyo Grande Police Department is warning residents to be cautious with their mail after an increase in thefts from mailboxes over the weekend.
According to a news release, mail that was left overnight in mailboxes appears to have been stolen. The department is working to identify suspects; anyone with information is asked to contact the department at 805-473-5100.
People are reminded to take the following precautions to deter mail theft:
▪ Collect mail as soon as possible after delivery, especially after late deliveries, since the vast majority of mail theft occurs at night.
▪ Leave your exterior lights on or use motion detection lights to discourage potential thieves.
▪ Consider using locking mailboxes.
Additional resources are available through the U.S. Postal Service by calling 1-800-275-8777 or visiting www.usps.gov.
Kaytlyn Leslie: 805-781-7928, @kaytyleslie
This story was originally published December 18, 2017 at 5:48 PM with the headline "Mail thefts on the rise in Arroyo Grande, police warn."