A robbery of a FedEx driver was caught on camera in Manchester. The homeowners were expecting a delivery when thieves tried to steal a package from a driver and took off with some valuable items.
We’ve heard many stories of packages being taken from people’s porches without any struggle, but this time, thieves tried to take a package from the hands of a delivery driver, ring video capturing a robbery and assault in progress.
A thief struggled with a FedEx driver who was delivering a package to a home in Manchester.
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Justin Dube ran outside when he heard the commotion.
“By the time I got out there, they were down by the truck and as soon as the young man saw me running down, he sort of dashed down the street,” Dube explained.
Manchester Police say this all happened Thursday afternoon on Lydall Street.
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Melissa Morin says this robbery appeared to be targeted, with the thief pretending to be them as the homeowners before assaulting the FedEx driver.
“You just get this sense of being violated and I’m very thankful no one was seriously hurt, and I’m so thankful there were no weapons,” Morin says.
Dube says the driver never let go of the package, which ripped, dropping two iPhones, which were promptly taken, leaving an Apple Watch and paperwork inside.
The thief got away in what he describes as a grey four door sedan.
“Another good Samaritan tried to stop the car. The car went upon a neighbor’s lawn and got the kid and took off,” Dube said.
Police say the FedEx driver only suffered minor injuries and refused medical attention.
“He was in more shock. He was tough. Even with that package, he wasn’t letting go and letting them have the satisfaction,” Dube noted.
Morin says she’s glad to have the ring camera system and being more cautious with having products delivered.
“I’m going to try and, for the near future, to have very little things delivered, because I can’t imagine having someone else go through that experience,” Morin added.
FedEx released a statement on Sunday about the incident saying, “There is no higher priority than the safety of our team members and service providers. We are reviewing this matter and are grateful for the assistance provided by members of the local community.”
Anyone with information about who these thieves may be is encouraged to contact Manchester Police.
