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BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – As packages pile up on doorsteps this holiday season, police in Brick Township are reminding residents to stay alert for porch pirates hoping to steal their festive deliveries.

The department says reports of package thefts have increased as online shopping surges ahead of Christmas.

Officials are encouraging residents to take simple precautions to keep their holiday orders safe and ensure gifts reach their intended recipients.

Police offer five tips to stop porch pirates

Brick police shared a list of safety measures aimed at helping residents outsmart thieves. They include tracking deliveries through carrier alerts, arranging for packages to be sent to workplaces or picked up at secure lockers, and asking trusted neighbors to collect deliveries when no one i

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