Current:Home > MyFedEx issues safety warning to delivery drivers after rash of truck robberies, carjackings-LoTradeCoin
FedEx issues safety warning to delivery drivers after rash of truck robberies, carjackings
View Date:2024-12-24 09:34:01
FedEx has warned its drivers to be cautious as videos circulate of thieves breaking into trucks or carjacking delivery drivers.
The large delivery company sent a security alert to its nearly 7,000 independent package-delivery contractors on Thursday Dec. 7 asking them to prioritize the safety of drivers and have them secure their delivery trucks, the Wall Street Journal reported.
“This Peak season is showing an increase in unlawful activity, putting increasing concern on safety and security,” an alert viewed by WSJ said.
WSJ reported that many of these contractors are small businesses that buy their own trucks and hire their own drivers.
FedEx did not respond to USA TODAY's request for comment but a spokesperson told Fox13 it's constantly monitoring crime trends and adapting policies to prioritize safety.
"The safety and well-being of our team members and the security of our customers’ shipments are always our top priorities. We have rigorous safety and security programs in place and regularly issue reminders to our employees and service providers about the importance of both personal and vehicle safety," FedEx said in a statement to Fox13.
The company provided drivers with tips to remain safe, including ensuring windows and doors are locked whenever possible, remaining vigilant and alert to their surroundings and calling 911 if there is imminent danger, Fox13 reported.
Theft on the rise:It may not be safe to mail checks anymore. U.S. Postal Service shares tips to fight rise in crime.
Truck robberies for delivery drivers on the rise
In recent weeks, there have been several robberies of delivery trucks nationwide. Last month, a swarm of people surrounded a FedEx semi-trailer, forced open the rear doors, and stole packages, in Memphis, Tennessee, Fox13 reported.
In late November, an Amazon truck driver was robbed at gunpoint while unloading packages in New Haven, Connecticut, NBC Connecticut.
NBC San Diego reported that multiple delivery truck were robbed in the county including one that was captured on video in Chula Vista around Thanksgiving.
WSJ reported that as more deliveries are being made during the holiday season, the end of the year typically sees a general increase of theft but it's still not clear if these robberies are higher-than-usual this year.
Paycheck of delivery drivers:TikTok users were shocked to see UPS driver's paycheck. Here's how much drivers will soon be making.
veryGood! (8)
Related
- Former Disney Star Skai Jackson Is Pregnant, Expecting First Baby With Her Boyfriend
- Court Orders New Climate Impact Analysis for 4 Gigantic Coal Leases
- Blast off this August with 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' exclusively on Disney+
- Jonathan Majors' domestic violence trial scheduled for August in New York City
- Princess Kate makes rare public appearance after completing cancer chemo
- Diet culture can hurt kids. This author advises parents to reclaim the word 'fat'
- Woman sentenced in baby girl's death 38 years after dog found body and carried her back to its home
- What is the GOLO diet? Experts explain why its not for everyone.
- Brian Austin Green’s Fiancée Sharna Burgess Celebrates Megan Fox’s Pregnancy News
- Selling Sunset’s Nicole Young Details Online Hate She's Received Over Feud With Chrishell Stause
Ranking
- Watch as dust storm that caused 20-car pileup whips through central California
- Let's go party ... in space? First Barbie dolls to fly in space debut at Smithsonian museum
- The Year Ahead in Clean Energy: No Big Laws, but a Little Bipartisanship
- The COVID public health emergency ends this week. Here's what's changing
- Lululemon, Disney partner for 34-piece collection and campaign: 'A dream collaboration'
- Candace Cameron Bure Reacts to Claims That She Lied About Not Eating Fast Food for 20 Years
- Netflix switches up pricing plans for 2023: Cheapest plan without ads now $15.49
- The Texas Lawyer Behind The So-Called Bounty Hunter Abortion Ban
Recommendation
-
Roy Haynes, Grammy-winning jazz drummer, dies at 99: Reports
-
A Smart Grid Primer: Complex and Costly, but Vital to a Warming World
-
Here's What Happened on Blake Shelton's Final Episode of The Voice
-
The End of New Jersey’s Solar Gold Rush?
-
FanDuel Sports Network regional channels will be available as add-on subscription on Prime Video
-
Schools ended universal free lunch. Now meal debt is soaring
-
In House Bill, Clean Energy on the GOP Chopping Block 13 Times
-
Titan submersible maker OceanGate faced safety lawsuit in 2018: Potential danger to passengers