ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 16 -- United States Patent no. 12,303,051, issued on May 20.
"Anti-theft package delivery apparatus and system" was invented by Cindy Sutherland (Calgary, Canada).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A package delivery apparatus for securing delivered packages includes a flexible bag, a security strap, and a locking mechanism. The flexible bag is configured to accommodate one or more packages and includes an opening adjustable between an open position and a closed position. The security strap is integrated with the bag and cinches around the opening. The locking mechanism selectively allows the security strap to move in one direction to secure the closed position. The locking m...