Post #4674237 · Elektrine

2026-09-12 02:18 UTC

Plenty of network cameras, plus anything to run Frigate. But what are you going to do once you have the video? Usually people want very obvious cameras as a deterrent, to discourage the crime in the first place. If you set the camera and catch them, are you going to confront them? File a police report that will probably do nothing?

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@Rhaedas@fedia.io 2026-09-12 02:24

OP asked for monitoring suggestions, but my first thought was to put out a fake package that simply has a note: "I'm watching you, stop or I'm going to the police". Which I guess may or may not work, but it's a start, and a warning of intent.

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@enchanted@lemmy.world 2026-09-12 03:53

Set up “no trespassing” signs. Delivery people (usually) still deliver packages as they were invited to the property. Record neighbor trespassing AND stealing, prosecute for a double whammy. Depending on state, both offenses could be criminal charges, meaning no cost to you. Absolutely go for the kill and send a clear message.

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@tpyo@lemmy.world 2026-09-12 04:04

Just to know what happened to it and catching the suspect in the act. (I live somewhere where if the theft was proven it would be a legit problem.) But, I was reacting hastily and really made a fool of myself But yes, the better option would be to get something obvious as you said. I’ve seen it frigate talked about before but never looked in depth; I’ll check it out

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