Auckland mail and parcel thefts spike as offenders look for paywave cards

An increase in mail and parcel theft across Auckland, despite the region being in Alert Level 4 Lockdown, has seen thieves going through Aucklanders’ letterboxes to steal Eftpos cards and taking parcels from outside their homes, Stuff reports. Many of the incidents are occuring in broad daylight. Meanwhile, a New Zealand Post spokeswoman said there have been 8-10 break-ins at various NZ Post box lobby sites in Auckland during the lockdown. Inspector Lyle Norriss said people should be home when parcels are delivered, or make sure clear instructions are given so parcels can be left in a safe place.