Thief caught stealing packages in South Philly

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are looking for the man who stole packages from the doorsteps of two homes in South Philadelphia.

The first incident happened at 3:50 p.m. on December 7 in the 1000 block of Morris Street.

The man took a package and then fled toward 12th Street.

The second incident happened at 4:30 p.m. on December 9 in the 100 block of Carpenter Street.

Again, the man is seen taking a package from the doorstep. He then takes off toward 2nd Street.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Philadelphia police at 215-686-TIPS (8477).