"Free" Amazon deliveries are arriving addressed to residents who didn't order them – all part of an ongoing scam. The deliveries, which are not gifts, are what authorities call a "brushing scam," in which people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then posts false customer reviews to boost sales.

Does Amazon send random gifts?

Third-party sellers are prohibited from sending unsolicited packages to customers. If you receive a package that you did not order and is not a gift, please report it immediately. ... If you receive a package that you didn't order, check with friends and family or contact Customer Service to confirm it's not a gift to you.

How do I find out who ordered something on Amazon?

To check your order status: Go to the App Homepage. You will see tracking notifications for all the orders in progress. Tap on the order notification for detailed tracking information.