2023-08-12 17:43:08
Early in the morning, in broad daylight, in the evening: parcel thefts are becoming more and more frequent and can occur at any time of the day.
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A video obtained by TVA Nouvelles of a theft that occurred in a residential area of Quebec City reminds us that no one is safe from being a victim of this crime.
On the images of the surveillance camera, last August 10, we can see three young boys prowling near the house, before one of them puts his hand on the package.
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The Consumer Protection Office has recorded an increase in complaints related to package theft.
With the growing popularity of home delivery, the public body indicates that remedies are available to customers.
“The merchant must ensure that you receive only the good you ordered. To receive it is to have it in your own hands. Unless you have expressly accepted that the package be left in a place where it can be stolen, otherwise you have all the rights, ”explains the spokesperson for the Consumer Protection Office, Charles Tanguay.
“It’s as if the package never reached you. Whether it was stolen or lost, it doesn’t matter. The merchant must either refund you or send you another package. You are in a position to cancel the order at any time until you have received the package.
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Remember that the reimbursement process with the merchant or the credit card issuer can be slowed down in the event of a disagreement.
However, in this type of theft, the law is on your side.
*See the explanations in the video above*
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