The Delivery Guy’s Note That Made Me Secure My Home – And Why I’m Forever Grateful

A Note from the Delivery Guy Made Me Install Security Cameras around My House – I’ll Forever Be Grateful to Him

I rushed to my backyard garbage cans after reading the delivery guy’s handwritten message, and I found something eerie there. My family may have avoided a horrifying end thanks to his cryptic warning, but the danger was far from ended.

I frequently order takeout when I’m too exhausted to prepare meals for my kids. We became friendly with our neighborhood delivery man, Ravi, over time. Before departing, he would usually give Kai and Isla a high five and talk. But it wasn’t like that on Tuesday night.

Ravi seemed nervous as he came. restless. Without saying anything, he thrust the food into my hands and ran back to his car.

“What’s up with Ravi?” Kai looked out the window and questioned.

Observing Ravi’s tail lights vanish from sight down the street, I shrugged. “I have no idea, friend. Perhaps he’s rushing.”

Still perplexed by Ravi’s actions, I brought the food into the kitchen and spotted something on the back of the bag. I completely forgot about dinner as I read a note written in unsteady handwriting.

“CHECK YOUR TRASH CAN”

I put down the meal and looked at my children. “Hey, how about you two take a shower? I’ll prepare everything.

After they vanished from view, I quickly ran to the backyard. As I walked up to our garbage cans, the message started playing over and over in my mind. I trembled my hands when I opened the first one’s lid.

Nothing out of the ordinary. Simply our usual dregs. With every step, my fear grew as I made my way to the second can. I flung open the lid and went cold.

There was an assortment of gloves and what appeared to be a few tiny tools inside, all wrapped up in an old, filthy blanket. There was a labelless bottle at the bottom that held some sort of liquid.

“Mum? Are you alright?” My jaw dropped at Isla’s voice.

I forced a smile as I spun around and slammed the lid shut. Yes, my dear. Just making sure. Enter now, and I’ll be there shortly.”

After Isla left, I took out my phone and called the sheriff’s department.

“Sheriff’s Department, this is Leona speaking.”

It’s Nora, Leona. You must come over immediately. Something alarming was discovered in my trash.

“Nora, please slow down. What precisely did you discover?”

My voice was hardly audible above a whisper as I recounted what was in the garbage bin.

Leona stated, “Don’t touch anything,” in a serious manner. “I’m heading there. Until I arrive, keep your children inside.”

After hanging up, I went back inside. There had been a spate of break-ins in our neighborhood lately, all using quite identical techniques. chemicals used to break locks, thorough removal of all traces of evidence.

It dawned on me that my house was being primed for the next burglary.

“Mom, what’s going on?” When I walked into the kitchen, Kai inquired. “You look scared.”

I gritted my teeth again. “Hey, honey, everything is OK. Alright, let’s have dinner.

We had just commenced our meal when there came a knock on the door. I was relieved to see Leona via the peephole even though I had leaped up.

After saying, “Kids, stay here and finish your dinner,” I went outside to speak with Leona.

She listened carefully as I told her about locating the objects and about Ravi’s odd conduct.

With her gaze sweeping the street, Leona remarked, “You did the right thing calling me.” “I’ll get it to the lab and look through your trash.” I highly advise you to strengthen your security in the meanwhile. In addition, we will be on guard throughout the night to catch them in the act of breaking in, even if they retool.”

I nodded, preparing my next move in advance. “I’ll call a security company first thing in the morning.”

A comforting hand from Leona rested on my shoulder. “Nora, try to get some sleep. We will resolve this.”

But that night, I had no intention of sleeping. I read up on security systems for hours, listening for any noise outside. I was a nervous, jittery jumble of worry and coffee by morning.

I called the first security company on my list as soon as eight o’clock a.m. “Hello, I need to place cameras all over my house. If at all feasible, today.”

“Ma’am, our earliest available slot is next week —”

“You don’t comprehend,” I interrupted, my voice breaking. “I believe there is a plan to break into my house. Those cameras are now necessary.”

The receptionist’s voice softened, so it must have been something in my tone. “I’ll see what I can manage. Could you hang on for a bit?”

She returned to the call after what seemed like an age. There has been a postponement. Our group has two hours to get there. Will that be effective?

I almost wept with relief. “Yes, I appreciate that. Many thanks for it.”

The hours that followed were a blur. I kept the kids home from school, called in sick to work, and paced the house until the security guards showed up.

I couldn’t get rid of the feeling that I was being watched as they installed cameras and gave me an explanation of the system. All the passing cars and people strolling with their dogs appeared apprehensive at this point.

I was just pulling into my driveway when Leona’s patrol cruiser rolled in. Glancing out, she looked serious.

“Nora, can we talk inside?”

As I ushered her inside the home, my gut lurched. “Kids, why don’t you go play in your rooms for a bit?”

Leona spoke once they were out of sight. “The items we found have been confirmed by the lab results. The fluid within the bottle? It is a strong corrosive that is frequently used to break locks.”

I collapsed onto the sofa, my legs going numb. “That’s accurate, then. They intended to commit burglary.”

Leona gave a nod. That’s how it appears. But you’ve done everything perfectly, Nora. Now that you have cameras, you know there’s a threat. We’re also stepping up patrols in the region.”

“What about Ravi?” I enquired. “Should I talk to him?”

“Yes, if you see him. However, exercise caution. We’re not sure if he’s actively involved or is merely a curious onlooker.”

Just when I thought it would, I saw Ravi arrive at my neighbor’s house. Saying, “He’s here now,” I moved to the window.

Leona came along with me. “Go speak with him. From here, I’ll observe.”

With my heart pounding, I stepped outside. When he noticed me, Ravi had just gotten back on his bike.

I said, “Hey,” attempting to maintain a steady tone of voice. “Got a minute?”

After hesitating, Ravi nodded. I could sense the tightness in his shoulders as he drew closer.

Before I could say anything more, he continued, “Look, I’m sorry about yesterday.” I felt afraid, but I should have spoken up.”

“Scared of what?” Despite having a fairly solid idea, I inquired.

Ravi cautiously cast a glance around. “I noticed these men tampering with your trash after I parked. You know, they didn’t look very nice. I was scared they could be around, so I wanted to warn you.”

I felt a great sense of relief. “That’s why you left the note?”

He gave a nod. Yes. I apologize if I frightened you. I was at a loss on what action to take.”

“Ravi,” I murmured, my tone laden with sentiment. “You may have kept my family alive. I’m grateful.

His shoulders loosened somewhat. “Are you serious? You’re not angry?”

I gave a headshake. “Not at all. I really owe you a lot.”

I felt thankful and a little scared at the same time as Ravi drove off. Though the threat remained, at least I knew we weren’t in this alone.

Leona was back inside, whispering into her phone. I went up to her and she hung up.

“We’ve got some leads based the description Ravi gave us ,” she continued. “Nora, we’ll get these bastards. Just be on the lookout.”

Isla and Kai were put to bed that evening, and I then sat in front of the new security monitors. The footage captured peaceful yards and deserted streets, but I couldn’t get rid of the unsettling impression that someone was watching and waiting for their opportunity someplace.

I considered my own newly discovered strength, Leona’s commitment, and Ravi’s quick thinking. We would tackle whatever was ahead of us together. I was thankful for the unexpected allies who had helped keep my family safe, but for the time being all I could do was watch and wait.

How would you have responded in that situation?

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