New Orleans, United States - December 17, 2024 A brazen thief stole a package from a porch at 5712 Wilton Avenue on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at approximately 3:22 PM. The suspect, who may live in the area, casually approached the home and walked off with the delivery in broad daylight. This incident is part of a nationwide surge in “porch piracy,” with criminals snatching an estimated $12 billion worth of goods from doorsteps over the past year, according to Security.org. Security cameras across the country have captured thieves in action—some sprinting away with packages seconds after delivery, others impersonating homeowners to claim items directly from delivery drivers. In a similar case, Illinois resident Don Archer described how his doorbell camera captured a thief grabbing his package and “exiting stage left,” footage that later helped authorities make an arrest. As package thefts rise, homeowners are urged to stay vigilant, invest in security cameras, and consider alternative delivery options to keep porch pirates at bay.