Central Ohio Couple Witnesses Theft
A central Ohio couple experienced a theft in real-time as a man ran up to their door and stole a package. The thief took the package almost immediately after the delivery driver set it down.
Second Theft in Three Weeks
This incident marks the second theft from their home in the last three weeks. NBC4’s Colby Cheese reported on the victims, who expressed their fear and frustration.
Chase Ensues
Mary Mason Landrum and her husband witnessed the theft. Despite being stunned, they immediately chased after the thief. Mary Mason Landrum stated that if she had been wearing tennis shoes instead of sandals, she might have caught the thief before he reached his car.
Previous Incident Caught on Camera
A similar theft occurred on June 3rd, less than four miles away. In that incident, a thief stole an Apple Watch moments after it was delivered. The thief seems to have knowledge of what packages are being delivered, as they often target electronics such as iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches.
Prepared Thief
The police report revealed that a brand new iPhone was found in the thief’s car, with the VIN number covered and a blacked-out license plate. The thief had a slide or curtain mechanism in the car, indicating they were prepared for such thefts. The vehicle is registered to a person of interest in another case.
Lapse in Surveillance
The Landrums have surveillance cameras, but a lapse in their cloud service meant this theft was not captured. They expressed feelings of violation and fear due to the theft. The company from which they purchased the iPad has agreed to replace it.
Police Investigation Ongoing
The police are still searching for the suspect involved in these thefts. The Landrums have decided to require signatures for any future package deliveries to prevent further incidents.
