The Cincinnati Police Department is actively investigating a theft that took place earlier this month, specifically on January 7. A suspect, whose image has been captured and shared by the police, seemingly took advantage of a UPS employee's access to an apartment complex on the 1600 block of Chase Avenue. According to social media posts published by the Cincinnati Police Department, the individual in question is alleged to have followed the employee into the mail room and pilfered packages.
D3 is investigating a Theft offense that occurred on the 1600 block of Chase Avenue, Jan. 7, 2026. The pictured suspect followed a UPS employee into an apartment complex and took packages from the mail room. If you have any information, contact Det. Reinhart at 513-352-6457. pic.twitter.com/kNCUpVyr9W
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) January 15, 2026
As part of their public outreach for assistance, the Cincinnati Police Department's District 3 (D3) has requested that anyone with viable information come forward. Contacting Detective Reinhart at 513-352-6457 could help in potentially resolving the theft offense. Having been shared across various social media platforms, the suspect’s image is currently in wide circulation, with the authorities hoping that it brings forward witnesses or individuals knowledgeable about the incident.
Thefts involving package deliveries have been a recurring issue within urban areas, particularly during high-delivery periods. These incidents have sparked discussions about the security of mail rooms within apartment complexes and the need for improved surveillance and delivery protocols. In the ongoing investigation into the Chase Avenue theft, the Cincinnati Police Department has not disclosed the estimated value of the stolen goods or the specific number of packages taken by the suspect.
