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Milwaukee Porch Theft Soars: $8.2B Stolen Nationwide

12/13/2025

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Milwaukee sees a rise in porch theft during the holiday season, with daylight incidents.
The Better Business Bureau estimates porch pirates stole $8.2 billion in goods nationwide last year.
Amazon spokesperson Sharyn Ghacham recommends tracking packages in real time.
She also suggests using hidden drop-off spots and ensuring well-lit delivery areas.
Victims Dwight Bailey and Christopher Cousineau plan to file police reports to help prevent future thefts.

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Milwaukee sees a rise in porch theft during the holiday season, with daylight incidents.
The Better Business Bureau estimates porch pirates stole $8.2 billion in goods nationwide last year.
Amazon spokesperson Sharyn Ghacham recommends tracking packages in real time.
She also suggests using hidden drop-off spots and ensuring well-lit delivery areas.
Victims Dwight Bailey and Christopher Cousineau plan to file police reports to help prevent future thefts.