Experts Warn of Increased Package Theft Risk During Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Day

As Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days take place on October 8th and 9th, experts are sounding the alarm about a potential rise in package theft. With millions of shoppers expected to take advantage of the deals, the risk of package theft becomes even more significant.

“There are a lot more shipments going back and forth between retailers and consumers, and that creates more opportunities for them to steal packages if they are left out on the stoop or in the mailroom. What we’ve found is that about 58 million packages have been stolen alone in the United States—106,000 a day, every single day,” said Corie Wagner, a senior editor, industry research for Security.org.

As consumers prepare for the sales, experts from security.org recommend taking proactive steps to safeguard your packages.

“We also recommend having signs or spotlights, as outdoor lighting at your house can create a deterrent for potential thieves. Things like that can send a clear message—if they see a security sign in your window or notice that you have floodlights while your neighbor doesn’t, it might make them think twice about targeting your home,” said Wagner.

By following these tips from Security.org, shoppers can better protect their packages during this busy shopping season. For more on how to keep your packages safe visit www.security.org.