Deliveries and package scams during the holiday season [Video]

According to a Security.org study, package thieves or “porch pirates” stole more than $18 billion in packages over the last year.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — With the holiday season in full swing, thousands of shoppers are waiting for packages to arrive in the mail.

However, not all packages make it to their destination safely. That’s why the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of West Michigan is providing tips to ensure package security.

“This happens every year, and people are going to take advantage by driving through neighborhoods and grabbing those packages off your porch while you’re not home,” said Katie Grevious, marketing and community relations manager at the BBB of West Michigan.

She said planning ahead can help keep your packages safe.

“It’s really important that you are keeping track of what you’ve ordered, when it’s supposed to arrive, and try to plan those things around you being home, organizing maybe a neighbor pick it up, or using an alternative drop …

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