NT Police are investigating the theft of mail and personal items throughout Darwin and would like witnesses to come forward.

So far, police have recovered mail items believed to be stolen from 176 people.

Investigators believe there is potential for any alleged mail thief to commit offences such as identity theft and for this reason, members of the public are urged to report anything that they view as suspicious or out of the ordinary in their community.

If you believe you have information which may assist police with their investigations, please call 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.