West Yorkshire Police warns of parcel courier crime trend

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 22 Sept, 22:26 · Archive

West Yorkshire Police has warned that people accepting cash to courier parcels may unknowingly carry drugs, weapons or stolen property.

Police in West Yorkshire have cautioned residents against accepting money in return for receiving and forwarding parcels, following reports of a new crime trend in the region. Those taking part in such schemes risk carrying illegal items without their knowledge and potentially facing criminal charges.

How it is being reported

• The bizarre parcel trend that could land you with a criminal record in Leeds - as police issue warning“If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and report it to us.” 📦Yorkshire Evening Post · 22 Sept, 16:30
• Why earning 'easy money' for accepting parcels may alert you to policePolice have warned about taking cash in return for accepting parcels following a new crime trend in West Yorkshire.Yorkshire Post · 22 Sept, 13:02
• West Yorkshire Police warn cash parcel couriers may be carrying drugs and weaponsWest Yorkshire Police has warned that people accepting parcels for cash could unknowingly carry drugs, weapons or stolen property.Telegraph & Argus · 22 Sept, 12:24

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