November 27, 2020
Third Precinct detectives need the public’s help to identify the male in the photo who is suspected of stealing packages from several homes this week.
In several incidents, the adult male wore a blue delivery-type vest, much like the one in the attached photo, which could give onlookers the impression he was legitimately making deliveries. With a parcel or box in hand, the suspect would approach a porch, which already had parcels present, switch out the real delivered boxes with the one he approached with, and walk to a waiting vehicle.
The vehicle, also pictured partially obscured by tree branches, is a blue sedan, possibly a Nissan Sentra.
If anyone sees suspicious activity or what they believe to be this suspect they are asked to call 911. Anyone with information is also asked to email Third Precinct Lieutenant Phibbs at william.phibbs@richmondgov.com or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.
The Richmond Police Department suggests that during this busy season of package delivery:
- Consider having packages delivered to your place of employment;
- Ask a family member or trusted neighbor to receive your parcels;
- Pick up packages at a local distribution center or locker location, or;
- Request signature on delivery.
