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“Called The Police After An Amazon Driver Left Me This Note”
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“Called The Police After An Amazon Driver Left Me This Note”

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Getting things brought directly to your home has become so normal that many people don’t even take a moment to consider how perhaps “unusual” and even risky it can be to have strangers show up at your door frequently. So sometimes it can be helpful to explore examples of when it’s worth being a bit more concerned.

A woman asked the internet for advice after she got a pretty creepy note from an Amazon driver. She contacted the police but wondered if she needed to take the matter further. We reached out to her via private message and will update the article when she gets back to us.

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    Most of us prefer to not ever interact with our delivery drivers

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    But one woman decided to contact the authorities after she got a creepy note

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    This is unprofessional behavior from the driver

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    While some of the “you overreacted” comments suggest that it is actually quite “normal” to get notes from delivery people, this begs the question, why did the driver add a big “DISCREET” and her initials? It would appear that he knew that her husband or partner finding the note would be a problem in the first place.

    Just this simple fact should indicate why the woman was so uncomfortable in the first place, her personal history aside. Adding her initials as well is just excessive. In short, even if he didn’t have any “intentions” this is still deeply unprofessional behavior and not something he should be doing with any customers, ever.

    Similarly, some folks seemed to not actually read through her story carefully and immediately jumped to criticize. While she did use the note in her title, the truth is that this driver was very clearly being weird in general, weird enough that she felt compelled to check her security cameras. The fact that he kept a mask up is another indication that he understands what his behavior looks like and would want to keep his face hidden.

    There is probably even more footage out there, she just didn’t have the time to scroll through literal hours of video. This would all point to a driver who is absolutely ready to overstep his bounds. Importantly, the fact that the woman at no point showed any interest is also something to bring up. He was perfectly willing to be weird without any indication that the feelings or interest was mutual.

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    Her actions have been pretty limited in comparison

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    Sure, he might apologize to the police, but who wouldn’t in that case? Indeed, the fact that he apologized means he understood that she definitely did not feel the same way. It’s also worth pointing out just how many people “called her out” for contacting the police. While yes, he didn’t break any laws, this is a good way to establish a pattern and paper trail if something does happen in the future. Some people have to be told there will be consequences.

    As many folks note, it’s best if she contacts Amazon about this. There is no way this is allowed in their company policy and they should, at the very least, remove this driver from this route. Leaving notes for people is abnormal and uncomfortable and really defeats the purpose of getting things delivered.

    To reiterate, she isn’t instigating some legal action or trying to get him fired, she is simply asking the internet if she overreacted when she decided to call the police. This truly doesn’t seem like a situation where calling a non-emergency line is an overreaction. At the very least, it should get the behavior to stop, as he’s now been warned.

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    She shared some more info later

    Many readers thought she was right to be concerned

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    A few thought she was blowing the situation out of proportion

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    Limey
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You totally need to let someone know. The police and probably his employers, but be aware that note looks a little unhinged (the writing and the flowery words) so if he DID lose his job over it, that could make things worse. It’s terrifying and you are NOT overthinking this.

    Leoninus Fate
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Im a 7'4, 39-year-old guy and I would call the police if a driver did this or anything in this way, it's creepy and messed up, if they are not planning something for the person they could be casing/watching your house to learn what you do so they could brake in

    Sathe Wesker
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This might come off as creepy myself and I really don’t mean it… but 7’4?! Damn, I want to see that in bananas. (Also, I just overall agree with you. It’s becoming a classic way to scout a house)

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    Kristen Sharp
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This guy could be waiting in his vehicle (work or otherwise) in a place where you can't see it, but he can see you! Learning your habits and the patterns of how you do things and then one day, you're completely alone and... he pounces! Those of you who think that she's over reacting, you all must be some pervy men or something! "Oh the guy told the officer he was sorry!" Yeah and then we hear about this poor woman on the news.

    KatSaidWhat
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to wonder how many other women he is doing this to, for those peanut brains saying she is overreacting...

    zovjraar me
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    idk if i would have called the police, but i would have contacted Amazon immediately. that is not ok behaviour.

    Nova Rook
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems like a very well balanced woman, in spite of her previous trauma, doing the right thing in a tricky situation. Hopefully the guy is just super socially awkward and will behave more appropriately in life going forward.

    brandyy17
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    unfortunately things like this happen alot. wen i worked as a waitress i was 22 and the head chef was 27 and owned the restautant. i ended up dating the chef however he had hired a guy probably in his mid 60s to b the manager since he was struggling to b both chef and manager. after a week of this guy being manager he started trying to make moves on me. the winking, getting way too close, holding onto my shoulder stuff like that. the worst was the time he was super close i felt he was...excited. i ran into the kitchen and told the chef (my boyfriend) that this was continuing. he called the non emergency police line and explained the situation. cops said theyd come by after hours. they came by spoke with the manager and the guy was obssessed with me. he had pictures of me he had taken thru out the work day. my boyfriend fired him on the spot. we later learned this wasnt the first complaint of this nature filed against him. my boyfriend ended up making me manager and in control of who was hired. the guy ended up stalking the restaurant. not only to see me but we had hired more waitresses and waiters and 3 hostesses. one day one of our waitresses came into the office saying we had a customer that wouldnt stop staring at her and was asking if i still worked there. me and my boyfriend both looked to see which customer and it was him. i asked one of our waiters to take over his table so this girl could calm down and not deal with him. this happened a few times and each time i made sure none of our waitresses were near his table. it wasnt until he managed to wander into the back and grabbed my but that we called the cops again. this time he was arrested for sa. i apparently wasnt the only one he grabbed that day. my boyfriend did punch him before the cops got there so that was fun to explain. a year later my boyfriend was offered a huge oppertunity at a 5 star restaurant in beverly hills, california. long distance didnt work out but i found another job and while working i get a call from the creeper asking me to work for him. told him i have a job then blocked the number. whether they r openly creepy or not there is both men and woman like that. the OP was in the right to take the action she did. even if it was just creepy and never got to where my situation did its still scary. the feeling of knowing u r being watched in some way is very unsettling. for all the OP knows he could b coming by wen he isnt working and watching her. she was only able to report wat she saw. there is no over thinking these things. men or women if someone makes u feel off or scared report it always. if u just let it happen itll get worse over time. my friend had a woman stalk him for a year and bc he just ignored her she got crazy with it. left him letters, introduced herself to his family and friends wen she saw them, acted like she was his girlfriend etc. he had to get a restraining order bc she took him ignoring her as the go ahead. always report situations that make u feel unsafe or creeped out. never ignore ur gut feeling and never think ur overreacting.

    CP
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think she handled the situation really well. She was very empathetic, and understands her own feelings. OP also clearly spelled out how this could not be nefarious at all, but that doesn't stop the internet. If the guy continues after the warning then escalate.

    Tams21
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The police might not be able to do anything but Amazon sure as heck can. Aside from from doing the right thing (obviously never a given), people are going to stop ordering if they're afraid of the driver.

    Hannah
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't believe you had to justify/defend yourself for your actions e.g. calling police. I think it's admirable you didn't call the emergency number. I don't know that I would have had that self-control and thoughtfulness about other, possibly more critical matters the police might be being called about. Stay safe. Your husband sounds like a gentleman but don't let him go nuts and then somehow he's the one in trouble. x

    tori Ohno
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She should have reported him to Amazon. I'm terrified for his next obsession and what he may do to her if his behavior escalates.

    GalPalAl
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think men really understand what it feels like to be a woman. Would you like to be on the receiving end of notes like this being sent from different men on a regular basis? Or being touched inappropriately by someone with no boundaries? Or cat called and men constantly making lewd gestures or comments at your expense? If you had to endure even a small percent of the assaults we face, you might understand why women don't respond to creepy serial killer notes. If you wouldn't want someone to send you a note that looked and sounded like that, then you should send it to someone else.

    K. LNU
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone else feel like the people who said the driver did nothing wrong and OP was overreacting, are probably next ones to be doing this ick behavior.

    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The driver was DEFINITELY out of line for leaving the note, but...regarding the mask behavior: when I was a delivery driver, I always masked up before dropping at the door in case the recipient opened the door to greet me. But this was at the end of Covid and just after, and I have allergies so I sneeze a lot and sometimes sound stuffed up. I didn't want the recipients to think I was sick and not covering my nose and mouth. I would leave the mask off until I was at the delivery and took it off after. However, that explanation for the mask behavior does NOT excuse the driver's other inappropriate behavior and he should be reported to Amazon.

    G A
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people read signals from innocent gestures. There may not have been harmful intent but it wasn't right what he did. Yeah, he needs to go.

    brandyy17
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    idk y u got downvoted. ur absolutely correct. some ppl do read into it too much but that uncomfortable feeling will b there harmful or not. its y u report it regardless even if it looks harmless theres a possiblity its not. not to mention she has trauma so its more horrifying for her then we r imangining

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    SkippityBoppityBoo
    Community Member
    19 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She absolutely did do the right thing by calling the non-emergency police number. She was NOT over-reacting, I can't believe that some people are saying that she is. I would've done the exact same thing. I've called them on 101 before now (UK) due to my violent ex. You have to because if it escalates? Then there's an official record of any/all incidents should further steps need to be taken such as pressing charges or needing to go to the courts to get a Non Harrassment Order/Restraining Order. In the UK you're usually given a reference number for the call, or you can ask for one. If it's the same in America? Then she can pass that onto Amazon too who can then speak to the police regarding the situation should they need to. And? That guy needs to be fired. Straight away.

    Game Guy
    Community Member
    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone who thinks they might be overreacting to something like this needs to read Gavin DeBecker's "The Gift of Fear" right now. It is always inappropriate to make an unsolicited move on a client/customer no matter how many 80s movie tropes say it's romantic. You can be professionally friendly, and that's as far as it should ever go if you want to keep your job. This guy is a predator. The camera shenanigans prove it. He needs to be fired so he can't do it to the next woman with "pretty hair.'

    Jessica P
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The delivery driver is only sorry he got caught, he is not sorry about being a creepy a*****e.

    Limey
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You totally need to let someone know. The police and probably his employers, but be aware that note looks a little unhinged (the writing and the flowery words) so if he DID lose his job over it, that could make things worse. It’s terrifying and you are NOT overthinking this.

    Leoninus Fate
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Im a 7'4, 39-year-old guy and I would call the police if a driver did this or anything in this way, it's creepy and messed up, if they are not planning something for the person they could be casing/watching your house to learn what you do so they could brake in

    Sathe Wesker
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This might come off as creepy myself and I really don’t mean it… but 7’4?! Damn, I want to see that in bananas. (Also, I just overall agree with you. It’s becoming a classic way to scout a house)

    Load More Replies...
    Kristen Sharp
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This guy could be waiting in his vehicle (work or otherwise) in a place where you can't see it, but he can see you! Learning your habits and the patterns of how you do things and then one day, you're completely alone and... he pounces! Those of you who think that she's over reacting, you all must be some pervy men or something! "Oh the guy told the officer he was sorry!" Yeah and then we hear about this poor woman on the news.

    KatSaidWhat
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to wonder how many other women he is doing this to, for those peanut brains saying she is overreacting...

    zovjraar me
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    idk if i would have called the police, but i would have contacted Amazon immediately. that is not ok behaviour.

    Nova Rook
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems like a very well balanced woman, in spite of her previous trauma, doing the right thing in a tricky situation. Hopefully the guy is just super socially awkward and will behave more appropriately in life going forward.

    brandyy17
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    unfortunately things like this happen alot. wen i worked as a waitress i was 22 and the head chef was 27 and owned the restautant. i ended up dating the chef however he had hired a guy probably in his mid 60s to b the manager since he was struggling to b both chef and manager. after a week of this guy being manager he started trying to make moves on me. the winking, getting way too close, holding onto my shoulder stuff like that. the worst was the time he was super close i felt he was...excited. i ran into the kitchen and told the chef (my boyfriend) that this was continuing. he called the non emergency police line and explained the situation. cops said theyd come by after hours. they came by spoke with the manager and the guy was obssessed with me. he had pictures of me he had taken thru out the work day. my boyfriend fired him on the spot. we later learned this wasnt the first complaint of this nature filed against him. my boyfriend ended up making me manager and in control of who was hired. the guy ended up stalking the restaurant. not only to see me but we had hired more waitresses and waiters and 3 hostesses. one day one of our waitresses came into the office saying we had a customer that wouldnt stop staring at her and was asking if i still worked there. me and my boyfriend both looked to see which customer and it was him. i asked one of our waiters to take over his table so this girl could calm down and not deal with him. this happened a few times and each time i made sure none of our waitresses were near his table. it wasnt until he managed to wander into the back and grabbed my but that we called the cops again. this time he was arrested for sa. i apparently wasnt the only one he grabbed that day. my boyfriend did punch him before the cops got there so that was fun to explain. a year later my boyfriend was offered a huge oppertunity at a 5 star restaurant in beverly hills, california. long distance didnt work out but i found another job and while working i get a call from the creeper asking me to work for him. told him i have a job then blocked the number. whether they r openly creepy or not there is both men and woman like that. the OP was in the right to take the action she did. even if it was just creepy and never got to where my situation did its still scary. the feeling of knowing u r being watched in some way is very unsettling. for all the OP knows he could b coming by wen he isnt working and watching her. she was only able to report wat she saw. there is no over thinking these things. men or women if someone makes u feel off or scared report it always. if u just let it happen itll get worse over time. my friend had a woman stalk him for a year and bc he just ignored her she got crazy with it. left him letters, introduced herself to his family and friends wen she saw them, acted like she was his girlfriend etc. he had to get a restraining order bc she took him ignoring her as the go ahead. always report situations that make u feel unsafe or creeped out. never ignore ur gut feeling and never think ur overreacting.

    CP
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think she handled the situation really well. She was very empathetic, and understands her own feelings. OP also clearly spelled out how this could not be nefarious at all, but that doesn't stop the internet. If the guy continues after the warning then escalate.

    Tams21
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The police might not be able to do anything but Amazon sure as heck can. Aside from from doing the right thing (obviously never a given), people are going to stop ordering if they're afraid of the driver.

    Hannah
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't believe you had to justify/defend yourself for your actions e.g. calling police. I think it's admirable you didn't call the emergency number. I don't know that I would have had that self-control and thoughtfulness about other, possibly more critical matters the police might be being called about. Stay safe. Your husband sounds like a gentleman but don't let him go nuts and then somehow he's the one in trouble. x

    tori Ohno
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She should have reported him to Amazon. I'm terrified for his next obsession and what he may do to her if his behavior escalates.

    GalPalAl
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think men really understand what it feels like to be a woman. Would you like to be on the receiving end of notes like this being sent from different men on a regular basis? Or being touched inappropriately by someone with no boundaries? Or cat called and men constantly making lewd gestures or comments at your expense? If you had to endure even a small percent of the assaults we face, you might understand why women don't respond to creepy serial killer notes. If you wouldn't want someone to send you a note that looked and sounded like that, then you should send it to someone else.

    K. LNU
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone else feel like the people who said the driver did nothing wrong and OP was overreacting, are probably next ones to be doing this ick behavior.

    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The driver was DEFINITELY out of line for leaving the note, but...regarding the mask behavior: when I was a delivery driver, I always masked up before dropping at the door in case the recipient opened the door to greet me. But this was at the end of Covid and just after, and I have allergies so I sneeze a lot and sometimes sound stuffed up. I didn't want the recipients to think I was sick and not covering my nose and mouth. I would leave the mask off until I was at the delivery and took it off after. However, that explanation for the mask behavior does NOT excuse the driver's other inappropriate behavior and he should be reported to Amazon.

    G A
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people read signals from innocent gestures. There may not have been harmful intent but it wasn't right what he did. Yeah, he needs to go.

    brandyy17
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    idk y u got downvoted. ur absolutely correct. some ppl do read into it too much but that uncomfortable feeling will b there harmful or not. its y u report it regardless even if it looks harmless theres a possiblity its not. not to mention she has trauma so its more horrifying for her then we r imangining

    Load More Replies...
    SkippityBoppityBoo
    Community Member
    19 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She absolutely did do the right thing by calling the non-emergency police number. She was NOT over-reacting, I can't believe that some people are saying that she is. I would've done the exact same thing. I've called them on 101 before now (UK) due to my violent ex. You have to because if it escalates? Then there's an official record of any/all incidents should further steps need to be taken such as pressing charges or needing to go to the courts to get a Non Harrassment Order/Restraining Order. In the UK you're usually given a reference number for the call, or you can ask for one. If it's the same in America? Then she can pass that onto Amazon too who can then speak to the police regarding the situation should they need to. And? That guy needs to be fired. Straight away.

    Game Guy
    Community Member
    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone who thinks they might be overreacting to something like this needs to read Gavin DeBecker's "The Gift of Fear" right now. It is always inappropriate to make an unsolicited move on a client/customer no matter how many 80s movie tropes say it's romantic. You can be professionally friendly, and that's as far as it should ever go if you want to keep your job. This guy is a predator. The camera shenanigans prove it. He needs to be fired so he can't do it to the next woman with "pretty hair.'

    Jessica P
    Community Member
    2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The delivery driver is only sorry he got caught, he is not sorry about being a creepy a*****e.

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