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Keeping your mail secure is a top priority for Postal Inspectors at all times of the year,
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and it’s especially important as the Postal Service delivers more packages during the holidays.
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While we work to catch and arrest mail thieves, you can help-by taking some simple steps to protect your mail.
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Don't leave delivered mail and packages unattended. It makes it too easy for the bad guys.
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You wouldn't leave your wallet or purse on the front seat of an unlocked car overnight, would you?
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Don't let mail and packages sit in mailboxes or on front porches for any length of time.
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If you see someone suspicious lurking near a mailbox or see someone stealing mail, call police immediately,
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then report what you saw to Postal Inspectors at 877-876-2455
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For more tips on protecting your mail, check out the Postal Inspection Service website at USPIS.gov. Let's keep your mail safe and your holidays happy.