The Joplin Police Department has recently taken several reports of mail and other parcels being stolen from residences. The reports have indicated that mail is being taken from mailboxes in residential areas and that packages that are left at residences have also been taken.We would like to remind everyone of some helpful hints to try and prevent your mail or other packages from being tampered with.Pick up your mail promptly after delivery. Don’t leave it in your mailbox overnight. If you’re …