With the busiest online shopping season in full swing, police in suburban Chicago provided a list of tips on how to keep your packages safe from porch pirates.

"Porch pirates don't need a map, they just follow the delivery truck," Palos Park Chief of Police Joe Miller said in a statement.

To safeguard your holiday goods from thieves, Palos Park Police suggest residents take the following precautions:

Have packages delivered to your work, a neighbor or a family member's home instead of your own if you will be gone most of the day.

See if you can require a signature for the delivery if the above is not an option.

Ask neighbors to watch your porch for packages.

Place a security camera in a clearly visible location.

Keep porches well-lit and clear of clutter.

Call 911 if you see anythi

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