Billions in goods stolen by porch pirates, steps to protect your packages

NORTH CAROLINA (WTVD) — Holiday packages are hitting doorsteps. After the blockbuster long shopping weekend, package thefts are on the minds of many as new research shows 88% of people are worried about losing their purchases to porch pirates. New numbers just released show that 44 million Americans have had a package stolen in the last three months. Just in the last twelve months, Security.org new data shows porch pirates stole eight billion in goods. Corie Wagner with Security.org says, “Since it’s a crime of opportunity if you can bring the package inside your house as soon as it’s delivered. You’re taking away the risk of the package being stolen.” Besides getting your packages off your doorstep right away, make…