The local Sheriff's office is warning residents about package thieves after a recent Sunday-morning theft was caught on camera outside of a home in Shasta Lake.

A video posted to Shasta County Sheriff's Office's (SCSO) social media shows the theft at around 8 a.m. on Sunday morning, Nov. 27. In the video, a woman can be seen running up to the front porch of a home, located on the 3000 block of Bloomsbury Avenue, and stealing a package while hiding her face with her hand.

In the background, a white sedan with black rims can be seen slowly passing by with the passenger door wide open—ready for the thief. After the woman grabs the package, she runs back and disappears out of the camera's view.

The victim told police the package cost around $125. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the SCSO at (530) 245-6540, and reference case #22-S036661.

As a reminder, the SCSO warns locals to be vigilant as we approach the holiday season. In a press release on Tuesday, SCSO officials wrote, "Unfortunately, package theft has become a common trend in communities throughout the state. Criminal often utilize the holiday season as an opportunity to exploit the spirit of giving by stealing from members of our community. Criminals will often drive through residential areas looking for packages left on porches by local delivery businesses. To aid in avoiding being a victim of package theft, the Sheriff's Office suggests you make alternative delivery arrangements with delivery carriers if you will not be home during the anticipated time of delivery. Citizens are encouraged to be vigilant and report all suspicious vehicles, persons and/or activities to their local law enforcement."

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