Porch pirates caught on camera, arrested days later in Orangeville: police

An Amazon package delivered to a doorstep in this undated file image. (jahcottontail143/iStock)

Two men accused of stealing a package from an Orangeville home were arrested days later after being busted on surveillance video, police say.

The incident happened on April 4, around 5 p.m., when officers were called to a home on Second Avenue.

A package that had just been delivered was allegedly taken from the front porch by the pair who left before the homeowner returned.

What the suspects didn’t realize was that their actions had been entirely recorded.

Police say they reviewed the video footage, which showed the two taking the package without permission. The investigation remained active while police worked to track down the suspects in question.

Ten days later, officers were called to a First Street restaurant for an unrelated call involving an unwanted person. When police arrived, they recognized the two men from the earlier theft video.

Police have charged a 34-year-old of Orangeville with theft under $5,000 and failing to comply with a probation order and a 23-year-old with theft under $5,000.

It remains unclear what the duo allegedly took from the doorstep of the residence.

Police recommend tracking deliveries closely, requesting signatures when possible and bringing packages inside after they arrive. Installing security cameras or asking a trusted neighbour to collect packages can also help boycott porch pirates.