DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department Crimes Against Property Section has arrested two people as part of an ongoing package theft investigation.

According to authorities, between December 9, 2024, and January 13, 2025, several burglaries and package thefts were reported from apartment complexes in the Sherman Hill and downtown neighborhoods.

Authorities interviewed victims and witnesses, reviewed video surveillance footage, and eventually identified two suspects.

49-year-old Olga Delgado-Pineda and 28-year-old Alexis Francisco Miranda.

Both are charged with four counts of second-degree burglary.

Court documents indicate the defendants entered the property of 1601 High Street at 7:05 p.m. on December 27, 2024. The pair also entered 1601 High Street at 4:56 a.m. on January 9, 2025.

Video surveillance shows the pair going through the mail room, selecting, and leaving with packages that were not theirs. The documents state the defendant used illegal Amazon codes to gain access.

DMPD Crimes Against Property Section detectives encourage residents to remain vigilant when expecting package deliveries.

The DMPD shared several tips to help keep your packages safe.

• Monitor your front porch with a security camera or video doorbell.
• Provide special instructions, like a special location or hidden place.
• Use package delivery boxes or Amazon pickup locations.
• Sign up for alerts to know when your package is delivered.
• Require a signature.

If you believe your package was stolen, contact the retailer and shipping company first. Once you have ensured the package was delivered properly, you can contact police.