The Ministry of Citizen Security (SSC) of Mexico City issued an alert about a new form of home robbery that has begun to proliferate in the capital: the “false delivery man.”
This method is that criminals are passed through delivery applications distributors, with the aim of entering houses and stealing valuables, according to information from Quadratín Mexico.
Operation mode
In this type of robberies, criminals arrive in motorcycles, pretending to be distributors of a store or restaurant. They touch the door or the bell, and wait for the person to respond. If the house seems to be alone, the false delivery man and its accomplices take the opportunity to force access to housing and steal what they find, fleeing quickly.
Security tips
- Do not open the door. Use the sight or security cameras to observe the delivery man without having direct contact.
- Request additional information. Ask the delivery man to provide you with details of the order, such as the order number or the store from which it comes.
- Verify the delivery. Call at the customer service of the delivery application to confirm that you effectively have a pending order.
- Inform your neighbors. If you observe suspicious behaviors, use neighborhood networks to alert others and, if necessary, contact the police.
Always keep in mind that if the delivery man knows that you are aware of his presence, the risk of trying to enter your home decreases considerably.
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Additional caution measures
If you have to be absent from your home for a prolonged period, it is important to reinforce security measures, such as locks and video surveillance systems. In addition, inform your neighbors of your absence and share your itinerary with trusted people.
If you detect an alleged distributor acting suspiciously in an empty house or near an address without being treated, immediately reprite the authorities and alert your neighbors.
Recommendations for delivery
For those who work as distributors, it is essential to follow the security protocols established by the delivery platforms. If you detect someone who could be spending as a dealer, do not hesitate to alert the authorities or your coworkers.
In case of emergency
If you are in a risk or emergency situation, communicate immediately to 911 or use the #Mipolicia app. You can also follow the social networks of the SSC (@SSC_CDMX and @UCS_GCDMX) for more security advice and updates.
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