Package Thief Resembling AJ McLean from Backstreet Boys Sought by Irvine Police: The Hunt for the 'Backstreet Boys Bandit
A man resembling AJ McLean from the Backstreet Boys is being sought by Irvine police for stealing packages from an apartment mailroom. The incident was captured on surveillance video, showing the thief entering the mailroom behind an Amazon delivery driver. Residents of the apartment complex have reported frequent package thefts, with one resident suspecting the thief of stealing his meal deliveries. Another delivery driver attributed the thefts to carriers leaving packages outside secure lockers, leading to a buildup of unattended packages.
The theft at the apartment complex is not an isolated incident, as a previous package thief was caught on camera two months ago. The Irvine police released a video of the suspect set to a Vanessa Carlton song, which went viral and aided in the suspect's arrest. The police aim to identify the current thief, dubbed the "Backstreet Boys Bandit," to prevent further thefts in the area. The new surveillance video of the thief has garnered over 100,000 views shortly after its release, indicating public interest in apprehending the culprit.
Residents of the apartment complex expressed frustration over the ongoing package thefts, especially as the holiday season approaches. The thefts have disrupted their daily lives and left them feeling violated. They hope that the police will swiftly apprehend the thief to put an end to the thefts and restore a sense of security in the community. The Irvine police are actively investigating the case and urge anyone with information to come forward to help identify the suspect and prevent future incidents of package theft.