The Metropolitan Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the public to identify and locate a suspect linked to a series of package thefts in the District's Sixth District. In recent months, there have been several reports of packages being stolen from doorsteps, leaving residents feeling both vulnerable and violated.

Investigations have revealed specific incidents where the thefts occurred. Notably, two cases happened on separate dates in the same block: one on February 27 and another on June 1, both in the 100 block of 36th Street, Northeast. The incident numbers are CCN: 24030260 and CCN: 24083314, respectively. Additionally, two thefts were reported on June 11; one in the 3900 block of Ames Street, Northeast with a CCN: 24088975, and another in the 300 block of Anacostia Avenue, Southeast with a CCN: 24088868. With the rise of online shopping, incidents of package theft have become a pressing concern for many residents, who often rely on the convenience and necessity of home deliveries.

The Metropolitan Police Department has issued a bulletin for information leading to the suspect and urges anyone with information to come forward. Residents have been advised to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious behavior. Community cooperation is essential in deterring these acts and preventing further thefts.

Further details on the suspect or the thefts have been sparse, but authorities are combing through surveillance footage and are hopeful that they will identify the individual responsible soon. The police have also recommended that residents consider alternative delivery methods, such as secure lock boxes or sending packages to their workplace, to minimize the risk of theft. The public is encouraged to view the bulletin and to help in the search for the suspect. For more information and to report any tips, visit the official announcement of the suspect search by the Metropolitan Police Department at mpdc.dc.gov.