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UPS driver accused of stealing packages during deliveries, deputies say
By Allyson Castillo at WSVN 7 News
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
A UPS driver was arrested Thursday after Miami -Dade Sheriff’s Office detectives said he stole packages while on his delivery route, including one containing a Rolex watch valued at about $55,000. Dennis Millwood, 55, faces one count of second-degree grand theft and was scheduled to appear in court F
Key takeaway Dennis Millwood, 55, faces one count of second-degree grand theft and was scheduled to appear in court Friday.
Why this matters in The Miami
The arrest of a UPS driver accused of stealing packages during deliveries raises concerns about the security of goods in transit in Miami-Dade County. The fact that the driver was able to repeatedly select packages not assigned to his route and load them into his truck without detection suggests a vulnerability in the delivery system. The use of RFID tracking data and GPS tracking devices in the investigation highlights the importance of technology in preventing and investigating package theft. For residents in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where package delivery is a common occurrence, this incident may prompt concerns about the reliability of delivery services. As the case against Dennis Millwood moves forward, it will be worth watching to see how UPS and law enforcement agencies work together to prevent similar incidents in the future and ensure that packages are delivered safely and securely to their intended recipients.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A UPS driver was arrested Thursday after Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office detectives said he stole packages while on his delivery route, including one containing a Rolex watch valued at about $55,000. Dennis Millwood, 55, faces one count of second-degree grand theft and was scheduled to appear in court F
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