How screwed am I? (A shipping question)

the jiggler · 12-13-2013, 08:24 AM

Greatest plan in the history of plans is falling apart...

For my secret santa gift I reached out to a special source. I guy I know from instagram who I have traded with before. He is an acquaintance at best. Being a stand up BOTL he heard my pleas for help and sent me a package. Was stoked to see this yesterday:

When I got home....no package. Checked the link he had sent me from stamps.com and realized he sent it to my old address.

It's only a block or so away from my new house, so I go over this morning to get the package. The dude who lives there, who is my old landlord (I left on good terms) says the package never arrived. Show him my phone where it says "delivered" and he says it never arrived.

I am assuming it should have been forwarded but if so then why does it say delivered? I can't believe this guy would keep it from me but its got some premium sticks in it...

I called usps and opened a case. Anything else I can do? I called the local post office but they don't answer the phone. I am in deep kimchi without those sticks.

CigarNut · 12-13-2013, 08:32 AM

USPS can be slow to update tracking information. If you had a forwarding address on file they will forward the package, but it takes extra time as the package has to go back to the sorting facility and be resorted.

Ogre · 12-13-2013, 08:50 AM

Don't trust the USPS website. At times they are a full day behind

Remo · 12-13-2013, 08:51 AM

Just give it a day or so, I have had packages show delivered that actually weren't and then they show up.

dijit · 12-13-2013, 08:54 AM

I am experiencing a similar issue with my post office. I have a monthly shipment that is sent to my old PO box. The box is 12 x 18 x 6 and the last two have been returned to the shipper even with an active address change. The smaller boxes like cigar of the month club came right through. Hopefully on the larger package they have my address updated and will start sending to the correct addy.

icehog3 · 12-13-2013, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Remo

Just give it a day or so, I have had packages show delivered that actually weren't and then they show up.

Ditto.

cjhalbrooks · 12-13-2013, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CigarNut

USPS can be slow to update tracking information. If you had a forwarding address on file they will forward the package, but it takes extra time as the package has to go back to the sorting facility and be resorted.

I talked to my dad about this ( he is a postmaster in MI) he agreed with this statement. He also said that if you had a forwarding address (paperwork that was handed in to the post office) then the package will get to you. He also said contact your local post office and they should be tracking where it is at.

czerbe · 12-13-2013, 09:38 AM

USPS is run by the Fed what could go wrong with that ?

Dude Here · 12-13-2013, 09:43 AM

I have a co-worker who used to work for USPS and from what he tells me, this is a very common occurrence. When you send out a package, using the priority two day boxes for example, it must be delivered in two days no ifs ands or buts (excluding extreme weather or emergencies of course).

He tells me that when they would get really busy, like during the holidays, priority packages would start to stack up and cut it close to the limit of making the delivery date. He said that on more than one occasion the supervisors or office manager would gather all the packages that were due but weren't going to make it out that day and scan them all as delivered. This kept the heat off of the office for not making deliveries on time and the packages generally went out the next day or maybe the day after.

Long story short: wait a day or two.

the jiggler · 12-13-2013, 09:48 AM

Update. Spoke with the post office who actually got in touch with my carrier. Carrier says she knows who she gave it to and will get it back. Kind of wonder if she knows it was wrong to begin with why did she give it to them in the first place? At any rate they said if they won't give it back they will send a postal inspector out. Didn't even realize they still did that.

I realize it's trivial in the grand scheme of things but if anyone is so inclined, I would appreciate a little prayer that it gets here safe. If it was for me, not a big deal, but it's for one of you guys and is sort of irreplaceable. Thanks. Further bulletins as events warrant.

Zane · 12-13-2013, 11:10 AM

Wow.

Did anyone know about this?

https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/p...om/wanted.aspx

the jiggler · 12-14-2013, 04:51 PM

Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition.

Got the package today. It was opened but everything was there and in good shape. Christmas is back on.

bruceolee · 12-14-2013, 05:00 PM

Awesome! Glad it all worked out!

massphatness · 12-14-2013, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the jiggler

Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition.

Got the package today. It was opened but everything was there and in good shape. Christmas is back on.

cjhalbrooks · 12-14-2013, 05:24 PM

Great news

G G · 12-14-2013, 05:52 PM

Glad it's a good ending for you.

E.J. · 12-14-2013, 06:15 PM

Good news!

Who opens a parcel that isn't addressed/named to them...??

kelmac07 · 12-14-2013, 08:20 PM

Glad it all worked itself out Craig.

Zane · 12-14-2013, 08:47 PM

Part of me was hoping to see what a postal inspector could do lol. But glad they arrived.

Malakai · 12-14-2013, 09:00 PM

Definitely good to hear they got there!!

12-13-2013, 08:24 AM	#1
the jiggler ¡taste my pirate paddy! Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Craig Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 917 Trading: (24)	How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Greatest plan in the history of plans is falling apart... For my secret santa gift I reached out to a special source. I guy I know from instagram who I have traded with before. He is an acquaintance at best. Being a stand up BOTL he heard my pleas for help and sent me a package. Was stoked to see this yesterday: When I got home....no package. Checked the link he had sent me from stamps.com and realized he sent it to my old address. It's only a block or so away from my new house, so I go over this morning to get the package. The dude who lives there, who is my old landlord (I left on good terms) says the package never arrived. Show him my phone where it says "delivered" and he says it never arrived. I am assuming it should have been forwarded but if so then why does it say delivered? I can't believe this guy would keep it from me but its got some premium sticks in it... I called usps and opened a case. Anything else I can do? I called the local post office but they don't answer the phone. I am in deep kimchi without those sticks. __________________ Hecho exclusivamente para el jefe. Support the Troop Support Contest 2014!!!

12-13-2013, 08:32 AM	#2
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) USPS can be slow to update tracking information. If you had a forwarding address on file they will forward the package, but it takes extra time as the package has to go back to the sorting facility and be resorted. __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

12-13-2013, 08:50 AM	#3
Ogre **CENSORED** Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Larry Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,068 Trading: (46)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Don't trust the USPS website. At times they are a full day behind __________________

12-13-2013, 08:51 AM	#4
Remo C.I.A Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Palm Harbor, Florida Posts: 12,597 Trading: (122)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Just give it a day or so, I have had packages show delivered that actually weren't and then they show up. __________________

12-13-2013, 08:54 AM	#5
dijit Have My Own Room Join Date: Feb 2012 First Name: Mike Location: Brownsburg, Indiana Posts: 2,186 Trading: (48)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) I am experiencing a similar issue with my post office. I have a monthly shipment that is sent to my old PO box. The box is 12 x 18 x 6 and the last two have been returned to the shipper even with an active address change. The smaller boxes like cigar of the month club came right through. Hopefully on the larger package they have my address updated and will start sending to the correct addy. __________________ Sporting goods raffle for a great cause. PM me for tickets.

12-13-2013, 09:38 AM	#8
czerbe Just a Traveling Man Join Date: Apr 2012 First Name: Corey Location: Reading Pa Posts: 1,309 Trading: (2)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) USPS is run by the Fed what could go wrong with that ? __________________ Live fast, hard, everyday like its your last.

12-13-2013, 09:43 AM	#9
Dude Here I'm the Dude...Man! Join Date: Oct 2013 First Name: Steve Location: Texas Posts: 671 Trading: (3)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) I have a co-worker who used to work for USPS and from what he tells me, this is a very common occurrence. When you send out a package, using the priority two day boxes for example, it must be delivered in two days no ifs ands or buts (excluding extreme weather or emergencies of course). He tells me that when they would get really busy, like during the holidays, priority packages would start to stack up and cut it close to the limit of making the delivery date. He said that on more than one occasion the supervisors or office manager would gather all the packages that were due but weren't going to make it out that day and scan them all as delivered. This kept the heat off of the office for not making deliveries on time and the packages generally went out the next day or maybe the day after. Long story short: wait a day or two. __________________

12-13-2013, 09:48 AM	#10
the jiggler ¡taste my pirate paddy! Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Craig Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 917 Trading: (24)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Update. Spoke with the post office who actually got in touch with my carrier. Carrier says she knows who she gave it to and will get it back. Kind of wonder if she knows it was wrong to begin with why did she give it to them in the first place? At any rate they said if they won't give it back they will send a postal inspector out. Didn't even realize they still did that. I realize it's trivial in the grand scheme of things but if anyone is so inclined, I would appreciate a little prayer that it gets here safe. If it was for me, not a big deal, but it's for one of you guys and is sort of irreplaceable. Thanks. Further bulletins as events warrant. __________________ Hecho exclusivamente para el jefe. Support the Troop Support Contest 2014!!!

12-13-2013, 11:10 AM	#11
Zane Have My Own Room Join Date: Aug 2012 First Name: Zane Location: Noblesville, IN Posts: 1,508 Trading: (23)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Wow. Did anyone know about this? https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/p...om/wanted.aspx __________________ COO BlindMan's Puff

12-14-2013, 04:51 PM	#12
the jiggler ¡taste my pirate paddy! Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Craig Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 917 Trading: (24)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition. Got the package today. It was opened but everything was there and in good shape. Christmas is back on. __________________ Hecho exclusivamente para el jefe. Support the Troop Support Contest 2014!!!

12-14-2013, 05:00 PM	#13
bruceolee King of Rants Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Jason Location: South Florida Posts: 1,227 Trading: (1)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Awesome! Glad it all worked out! __________________ “When I have found intense pain relieved, a weary brain soothed, and calm, refreshing sleep obtained by a cigar, I have felt grateful to God, and have blessed His name.” Spurgeon

12-14-2013, 05:24 PM	#15
cjhalbrooks I am behind you. SHHHHH Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Cory Location: Under a Bridge, trying to find the troll who stole my soul. Posts: 1,370 Trading: (20)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Great news __________________ GMCGTPWHAF Tennessee Chapter. Down with the bloody BIG HEAD

12-14-2013, 05:52 PM	#16
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,730 Trading: (10)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Glad it's a good ending for you.

12-14-2013, 06:15 PM	#17
E.J. I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,218 Trading: (21)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Good news! Who opens a parcel that isn't addressed/named to them...??

12-14-2013, 08:20 PM	#18
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Glad it all worked itself out Craig. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

12-14-2013, 08:47 PM	#19
Zane Have My Own Room Join Date: Aug 2012 First Name: Zane Location: Noblesville, IN Posts: 1,508 Trading: (23)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Part of me was hoping to see what a postal inspector could do lol. But glad they arrived. __________________ COO BlindMan's Puff

12-14-2013, 09:00 PM	#20
Malakai Feeling at Home Join Date: Apr 2012 First Name: John Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 797 Trading: (34)	Re: How screwed am I? (A shipping question) Definitely good to hear they got there!! __________________