Porch pirates can be real Grinches, stealing your presents before they make it under your tree. But there are ways you can make sure everything arrives safely.

Colchester police get an increase in calls this time of year for thefts.

"Keep an eye on your neighbors. If you see somebody around your property that looks suspicious or is not normally in that area, or somebody on your neighbor's property or your property, call the police," said Colchester police Sgt. Jeremy Wyskiel. "Get as much detail as you can, as far as what the person may be wearing and a description of them and the vehicle or if they're on a bike."

There are things you can do to prevent someone from taking your gifts.

Make sure you track your package and, if you can, try to schedule the delivery for when someone is home

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