www.washingtonexaminer.com by Ryan King, Breaking News Reporter
Porch bandits have notoriously swindled packages under very daring conditions, but now, Washington, D.C. , package poachers may have an even more daunting doorstep to brave: the police .
Police in the 6th District are partnering with Amazon to allow residents to pick up their packages at Amazon lockers stationed in its facilities. A pilot program to test the concept began last week, and officials are hoping to expand the program to other districts in the city.
“By working side-by-side with community partners, we believe it’s meaningful and impactful to give back locally, and we’ll continue to look for ways to give back to this D.C. community,” an Amazon spokesperson said in a statement to the Washington Examiner.
It all stemmed from an idea 6th District Inspector Silvan Altieri had over a year ago, Fox5 DC reported…
