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Saturday, November 7, 2026 Weston, Massachusetts · Change town

Weston police chief urges package and mail theft checks

Police chief urged residents to watch for package thefts, fraud calls and mail thefts, and said police are now seeking mail-theft victims.

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What happened

In his November Chief's Dispatch, Chief Dennis Linehan warned of package thefts, fraud calls and mail thefts, and urged drivers to take extra care after the time change. Lincoln police made contact with two people the department believes are responsible for mail thefts from the blue mailbox outside the post office, and police are now seeking victims, including Weston residents. No formal votes were taken at this meeting.

Key decisions

  • ● Mail thefts from blue mailbox; police seek victims. Lincoln police made contact with two people the department believes are responsible, and police are now looking for victims, including Weston residents. Residents were asked to review bank statements for mail-related theft. The report does not say whether charges were filed. (Vote no vote). Read case details

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