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Investigators Using GPS Bait Package To Help Catch Mail Thieves In Montrose

MONTROSE, Colo. (CBS4)- More mail and packages are being stolen in Montrose. The Montrose County Sheriff's Office is encouraging residents to be cautious.

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Investigators say there are things people can do to prevent theft like turning on delivery alerts, not leaving mail or packages in plain sight, and reporting any stolen items to a postal inspector.

In addition, the sheriff's office is using a GPS bait package to help catch thieves.

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