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Thieves are using stolen tracking data to steal iPhone packages

Thieves are exploiting stolen tracking data, often from AT&T shipments, to intercept iPhone deliveries the moment they arrive.

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The holiday season is a time for giving — but it’s also prime time for thieves. Reports reveal an alarming rise in package thefts, with $12 billion worth of goods, stolen from porches in 2024, affecting approximately 58 million Americans.

High-value items like iPhones are often prime targets. These thieves have developed sophisticated tactics, using stolen tracking information to intercept deliveries right off doorsteps.

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