Porch pirate caught on camera stealing package in West Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — Police are investigating a package theft that occurred in West Philadelphia late last month, after a man was caught on private security footage walking off with a delivery from a porch.

The incident took place on June 26 around 2:00 p.m. along the 4800 block of Trinity Place. Surveillance video captured the male suspect approaching a residence and removing a package that had recently been delivered.

After taking the package, the man was seen walking toward 49th Street, according to investigators.

Authorities have not released a description of the suspect but are asking for the public’s help in identifying the individual captured on video.

“The Philadelphia Police Department needs your help,” officials stated in a request for assistance.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the department’s Southwest Detective Division.

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