WMUR, Sep 6, 2024 MANCHESTER, N.H. https://www.wmur.com/article/bradford-police-investigate-mail-theft/62075338—
Bradford police are investigating reports of mail theft after multiple mailboxes around town were opened.
The alleged victim reported that bills, including personal checks, were stolen from their mailbox.
The post office confirmed that several mailboxes were affected.
Police are asking residents to review their doorbell camera footage for any suspicious activity that could help identify the thief.
Mail theft often results in identity theft and “check washing” scams.
How To Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft.
What you can do to detect identity theft
Here’s what you can do to spot identity theft:
- Track what bills you owe and when they’re due. If you stop getting a bill, that could be a sign that someone changed your billing address.
- Review your bills. Charges for things you didn’t buy could be a sign of identity theft. So could a new bill you didn’t expect.
- Check your bank account statement. Withdrawals you didn’t make could be a sign of identity theft.
- Get and review your credit reports. Accounts in your name that you don’t recognize could be a sign of identity theft. Here’s how you can get your free credit reports.
