Waltham police arrested an alleged “porch pirate,” after officers reportedly caught the suspect in the act of stealing a package from a porch in the Lyman Street area.
The arrest happened around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
“This suspect was placed under arrest after a foot pursuit and the package was returned to the intended recipient,” the Police Department posted on its Facebook page.
Police also reminded residents to be vigilant about deliveries: “The vast amount of daily package deliveries provide numerous opportunities for thieves. This will only increase as the holiday season approaches.