The woman shipped a package that included an Apple AirTag inside to herself, tracking it after her mail was repeatedly stolen, leading to the suspects' arrest.
Deputies located the suspects in Santa Maria, over 15 miles away, who had not only stolen the woman's mail but also items belonging to over a dozen others.
The woman’s proactive approach with the AirTag showcases innovative ways individuals can leverage technology for security, while her decision to alert authorities was commendable.
The suspects were arrested with multiple felonies including possession of fraudulently obtained checks and identity theft, reflecting a serious uptick in mail-related crimes.
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