Sgt. Shawn Robert of the Lakeville Police Department recently encountered an unusual sight—80 Amazon packages abandoned in a wooded area in Lakeville, Massachusetts, on 22 December, just days before Christmas.
According to People Magazine, during a routine patrol at around 2.00 am, Sgt. Robert discovered "three large totes" full of scattered parcels, still sealed in their familiar Prime-branded boxes. WWLP-22 News released a photo.
Initial observations suggested no foul play but rather an overwhelmed delivery driver who had reached a breaking point amid the seasonal chaos. Faced with tight schedules, relentless deadlines, and complex routes, the driver appeared to have simply given up and left the packages behind.
Thanks to the swift response of the Lakeville Police Department, led by Sgt. Robert, the packages were recovered and returned to the appropriate distribution center. In an official statement, Sgt. Robert clarified that the driver had been identified and would not face charges, acknowledging the intense pressure faced by delivery personnel during the holiday season.
Who is Sgt. Shawn Robert?
Sgt. Shawn Robert currently serves as a Patrol Sergeant at the Lakeville Police Department, a role he has held since February 2024.
Prior to this, he served as a Police Officer for the Town of Lakeville, beginning in January 2023. His extensive experience includes over 16 years as a Major Crimes Detective with the New Bedford Police Department. Sgt. Robert holds a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from Fisher College, where he graduated in 2023, and a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice/Police Science, also from Fisher College, with honors.
Chief of Lakeville Police Department, Matthew Perkins, lauded Sgt. Shawn Robert for his services. In a statement, he said:
“I would like to commend Sgt. Shawn Robert for his discovery of these unattended packages while on routine patrol. Sgt. Robert likely saved a Christmas headache for many local residents by noticing these totes and getting them back to Amazon, hopefully in time for a holiday delivery.”
In a separate statement, Chief Perkins also said that they would not charge Amazon's driver and would leave the matter for Amazon to handle instead. He said:
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“I am proud of the way our Lakeville Police officers handled and investigated this matter. At this time, we are not seeking criminal charges and are considering this a human resources matter for Amazon.”
As evident through his LinkedIn profile picture, Sgt. Shawn Robert has a wife and kids and lives in Boston, Massachusetts, where he completed his schooling at Fisher College.
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