Washoe County deputies are trying to crack down on people stealing packages off porches and they're asking the community to help.

Deputies say incidents of people stealing packages off of doorstops are too common and they're looking for people to volunteer as part of a sting to catch thieves. They are asking anyone who would like to volunteer in the operation to call Detective Josh Jenkins by email at jjenkins@washoecounty.us.

Working together, we hope to reduce package thefts during this holiday season.

Other steps residents may take to help prevent package theft include:

• Track packages and try to be home when they arrive, or ask a trusted neighbor or friend to pick up the package

• Have packages delivered to your workplace, if possible

• Ask the delivery company to require a signature before leaving

• Have the package held at the delivery company for pickup

• Install security cameras at your home

• Report suspicious activity to law enforcement.

For additional holiday safety tips, visit the Staying Safe page on WashoeSheriff.com.