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WANTED: Do you recognize this vehicle? It was involved in the armed robbery of a mail carrier near the 2500 block of North Ashland Avenue in Chicago, IL on January 11, 2023.
We're offering up to $50,000 reward for info leading to the arrest & conviction of suspect(s) who committed this crime.
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Former Texas CEO sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for fraudulently selling $12 MILLION in stock to elderly & vulnerable victims, following investigation by .
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January 24, 1926 - George B. Hamlet, the first African American Chief Postal Inspector, died in his home in Landover, Maryland. Originally from Ohio, Hamlet was an active politician prior to joining the Postal Inspection Service.
Hamlet was the first African American to be elected Mayor of Monroe, Louisiana, in 1873, and he became the first African American sheriff of Ouachita Parish the following year. In 1876, he was even nominated as the Republican candidate for state senate.
In 1897, Postmaster General James Gary appointed Hamlet to the position of Chief Post Office Inspector, where he served until 1900. Hamlet continued to serve the public for another 22 years in the Treasury Department before retiring from public service in 1922.
For more than 20 years, the Black Hand Gang terrorized citizens across the country with threatening letters of violence, murder, and extortion. But their threats didn't intimidate the Postal Inspectors.
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BREAKING: Fourth individual charged in connection with the murder of mail carrier Aundre Cross in Milwaukee, WI on December 9, 2022.
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WANTED: Do you recognize this suspect? We're offering up to $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest & conviction of person who broke into the Post Office at 1563 Maryland Avenue NE in Washington DC around 9 PM on January 1, 2023.
https://www.uspis.gov/news/wanted/washington-dc-post-office-burglary
Massachusetts romance scammer sentenced to 2 years in prison & ordered to pay $1.1 MILLION in restitution to victims, following investigation by and FBI – Federal Bureau of Investigation.
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Today we remember the remarkable life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
After a decade of forgery & fraud, Jerome Poster intentionally blinded himself in order to stop. But even blindness couldn't keep him from a life of crime.
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January 13, 1963 - Cora Galenti, the “beauty scientist” of Hollywood, is convicted of mail fraud for selling faulty beauty products through the mail.
Her chemical “rejuvenation” peels were known to disfigure & scar her customers by using carbolic acid, which left victims disfigured for life. Her popular beauty ranch was raided in 1961.
Investigations took over two years, and Galenti was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison. While out on bond, she fled to Mexico before serving time, and she continued her beauty business there.
Galenti remained in Mexico until 1993, when she returned to the United States and died a few days later at the age of 95 in Los Angeles, California.
In 1999, her grandson, Joseph Pantuso, was arrested for continuing the Cora Galenti beauty clinic in Mexico, following the death of a 76-year-old client.
Image 1: Cora Galenti at work, 1956
Image 2: Newspaper advertisement
Image 3: “The Fountain of Youth” storefront
Image 4: Cora Galenti obituary in LA Times, September 2, 1993
Houston mail thief sentenced to 37 months in federal prison & ordered to pay more than $55,000 in restitution to victims, following investigation by . https://www.uspis.gov/news
SENTENCED: Florida man sentenced to 133 months in prison for role in international telemarketing scheme that defrauded more than 400 victims - many whom were elderly - out of MILLIONS of dollars, following investigation by FBI – Federal Bureau of Investigation, and IRS.
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Today remembers Post Office Inspector Ernest M. Harkins who was ambushed & killed in 1949.
WANTED: Do you recognize this suspect? They were involved in the armed robbery of a mail carrier at 8 Atherstone St. in Dorchester, MA around 3:00 PM on December 4, 2022.
We're offering up to $50,000 reward for information leading to their arrest & conviction.
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect who robbed a USPS letter carrier at gunpoint.
Cleveland man sentenced to 10 years in prison & ordered to pay $100,000 fine for shipping fentanyl through US mail, following investigation by .
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Today we remember Post Office Inspector Walter R. Ton who was killed in an airplane crash while transporting two prisoners on January 10, 1938.
Are you thinking about furthering your education this new year? The GI Bill offers veterans fantastic opportunities to do this, but scammers have many schemes to take their money in the pursuit of higher education.
In partnership with AARP, reminds veterans to review any educational offer thoroughly before acting.
Thanks to all those veterans who have served to keep us safe and free. Help show your gratitude by becoming informed about scams targeting them and spreading the word.
Thank you to all of our staff & all the law enforcement officials across the country who keep us safe every day.
Before modern roads, Postal Surveyors had to find the safest and most efficient routes to transport the mail. These Surveyors laid the foundation for today's Postal Service and the Inspection Service.
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Connecticut man sentenced to 60 months in prison for his role in co***ne trafficking operation, following investigation by .
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WANTED: Do you recognize this suspect? We're offering up to $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest & conviction of person who robbed a mail carrier at 1215 East West Hwy in Silver Spring, MD at approximately 8:30 AM on December 28, 2022.
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect who robbed a United States Postal Service letter carrier in Silver Spring, MD on December 28, 2022.
news: Florida drug trafficker sentenced to 25 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug & gun charges, following a joint investigation.
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January 3, 1919 – The convicted murderer of Post Office Inspector Charles Fitzgerald escapes from Parchmen Penitentiary.
In September 1908, Inspector Charles Fitzgerald was shot and killed on a train platform in Clinton, Mississippi. During a routine Post Office inspection in Clinton, Fitzgerald discovered a $476 shortage of postal accounts. The Deputy Postmaster, William A. Sorsby, pleaded with Fitzgerald to not report the shortage and promised to pay restitution.
Fitzgerald refused his pleas, and Sorsby accompanied Fitzgerald to the train platform. With one final decline, Fitzgerald turned to board the train when Sorsby pulled out his weapon and shot Fitzgerald without warning. Inspector Fitzgerald was taken to the Jackson Sanitorium, where he died three hours later.
William A. Sorsby fled to the house of Robert Johnston, and he hid there in the attic for two months. Concerned neighbors reported suspicious activity in the Johnston house, and authorities searched the premises, where they found Sorsby in hiding.
The trial began in April 1909 and lasted for two weeks. Sorsby entered a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity, playing the role heavily throughout the trial. Despite his act, Sorsby was convicted of murder and sentenced to prison.
After ten years in prison, Sorsby gained special privileges, which he used to his advantage. On January 3, 1919, guards realized that Sorsby was missing. In fact, he had been missing for roughly eight days. A manhunt ensued, and Sorsby stayed on the run for 17 months. He was finally recaptured by authorities in July 1920 in Wichita, Kansas, and he served five more years in prison.
Image 1: Charles Fitzgerald
Image 2: News article from 1908
Image 3: Robert Johnston House
We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and happy New Year! #2023
Over the last 247 years, Postal Inspectors have gone by a few different titles, but their mission has remained the same - to bring justice to criminals who abuse or misuse the U.S. mail.
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CAPTURED: Three suspects have been arrested & are facing federal charges for the murder of mail carrier Aundre Cross in Milwaukee, WI on December 9, 2022.
“Protecting USPS employees is the Postal Inspection Service’s number one priority. In the tragic event that a postal employee is killed in the performance of his or her duty, we spare no expense... to hunt down the culprit. Anyone thinking about attacking one of our employees should know... we will never stop pursuing until they are in custody,” Chief Postal Inspector Gary Barksdale.
"These arrests should make very clear to criminals everywhere that the Postal Inspection Service will not rest when it comes to solving attacks like this. If you harm one of our employees, we will find you and put you behind bars... Though no words can ever undo this terrible crime, we can at least say that these arrests are another step toward securing justice for Aundre Cross," Chicago Division Acting Inspector in Charge Kai Pickens.
Three Arrested in Connection with Wisconsin Mail Carrier Slaying TITLE: Office of Public Affairs PHONE: 202-268-3700 EMAIL: [email protected] Milwaukee, WI – On December 27, 2022, three suspects were arrested on charges related to the murder of a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier. On the...
BREAKING: Three individuals have been arrested & charged in connection with the murder of mail carrier Aundre Cross in Milwaukee, WI on December 9, 2022. Thank you to all the law enforcement officials who made these arrests possible.
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Four Washington traffickers arrested & face stiff charges following seizure of 100,000 fentanyl pills, 50 pounds of m**h & 20 fi****ms, following an investigation by FBI – Federal Bureau of Investigation, & other partners.
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WANTED: Do you recognize these suspects? We're offering up to $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest & conviction of suspect(s) who robbed two mail carriers at gunpoint in Houston, TX on December 7, 2022. https://www.uspis.gov/news/wanted/houston-tx-armed-robbery-of-two-usps-letter-carriers
news: Georgia man sentenced to 244 months in prison for his role in Ponzi & COVID-19 fraud schemes where he stole more than $115 MILLION from victims, following a joint investigation.
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The Grinch isn't the only one who tried to steal holiday cheer from his neighbors. Over the years, Postal Inspectors have been called to investigate some shocking Christmas Eve robberies.
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news: Two suspects arrested in connection with the armed robbery of mail carrier that occurred in Chesapeake, VA on October 24, 2022.
Police arrested two men in connection to a robbery of a United States Postal Service employee in Chesapeake.
BREAKING: Two Massachusetts teenagers charged in the armed robbery of mail carrier that occurred in Melrose, MA on December 10, 2022.
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WANTED: We're offering up to $50,000 reward for info leading to the arrest & conviction of suspect(s) who robbed a mail carrier in the vicinity of 4355 Village Drive in Delray Beach, FL on November 19, 2022.
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of two suspects responsible for the armed robbery of a USPS Letter Carrier on November 19, 2022, in the vicinity of 4355 Village Drive, Delray Beach, FL.
Portland mail thief sentenced to 121 months in federal prison & ordered to pay restitution to victims, following investigation by .
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is one of the leading law enforcement agencies in the battle to identify & arrest individuals who s*xually exploit children. Postal Inspectors investigate the use of the mail to illegally transport child po*******hy or otherwise facilitate the s*xual exploitation of children.
Parents and children should have open communication about online activities. Talk with your kids.
The FBI, in partnership with Homeland Security Investigations and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, is issuing a national public safety alert regarding an explosion in incidents of children and teens being coerced into sending explicit images online and extorted for money—a c...
SENTENCED: Harrisburg, PA man receives 18 years in prison for trafficking more than 75 pounds of co***ne, following investigation by & PA State Police.
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Modern Postal Inspectors use the world's most advanced technology to solve mail crimes, while early Inspectors' skill in observation & problem solving led to many of the advanced investigative techniques that are used today.
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Unhappy Holidays Tip 8: Mess With Mail
There are plenty of ways to have an unhappy holiday. Just try this... Mess with mail. If you’re thinking about tampering with or stealing someone’s mail and making their holiday unhappy, don’t do it. It's a federal crime. Theft of mail will land you in jail.
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50 percent off on postage? Buy one get one free on rolls of stamps?? Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Don't be fooled by counterfeit postage, and don't get stuck with bogus stamps.
To ensure your trusted communication arrives without delay, the Postal Inspection Service wants you to be aware of--and avoid phony postage.
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As you prepare to honor those who have served our country, take a moment to learn about scams targeting our #veterans & help spread the word to protect those who have protected us. #OperationProtectVeterans has information & resources you can use: https://www.uspis.gov/veterans.
Postal Inspectors work tirelessly to protect Election Mail every election season. Learn more about how #USPIS and other law enforcement partners protect your ballot. #ElectionMail #ProudtoProtect
Today we pause to remember Post Office Inspector Charles Fitzgerald, who died in the line of duty on September 29, 1908. #USPIS #RIP
ALERT: The Postal Police Officer (PPO) hiring portal closes TODAY. Join the brave men & women who help keep USPS safe. To learn more about becoming a PPO and to apply, visit: https://www.uspis.gov/careers/postal-police-officers. #NowHiring #USPIS #Careers
The Postal Police Officer (PPO) hiring portal is now open through September 12, 2022. To learn more about PPO's and to apply, visit: https://www.uspis.gov/careers/postal-police-officers. #USPIS #Careers
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector in Charge George W. Daniel, who died in the line of duty on September 1, 1919 #USPIS #RIP
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector in Charge George W. Daniel, who died in the line of duty on September 1, 1919 #USPIS #RIP
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector Bruce O. Shaffer, who died in the line of duty on August 31, 1951 #USPIS #RIP
Heading Back to School? Watch out for bogus text messages from scammers claiming to be your college, bank, and more. Before acting on that text, get the info you need to protect yourself: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/smishing-package-tracking-text-scams
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector Elbert P. Lamberth, who died in the line of duty on August 17, 1917 #USPIS #RIP
Today is our 247th birthday! And to celebrate, our Chief Postal Inspector is taking you on a tour of the rich and important history of the United States Postal Inspection Service. For more information, visit us at www.uspis.gov. #USPIS #Celebrate
If you’re not going to be home, don't leave your mail and packages unattended; have them picked up by a trusted friend or neighbor, to keep your mail safe. Remember, Postal Inspectors are on the ready to investigate crime with a nexus to the US Mail. So if you believe you have been a victim of theft, report it at 877-876-2455. #USPIS
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector Finton T. McMahon, who died in the line of duty on August 1, 1939. #USPIS #RIP
We're looking back at the 20th anniversary of the 2001 anthrax attacks with a special History Spotlight edition from the National Postal Museum. Get the inside story on this 9-year investigation. To learn more about this, visit our website: https://www.uspis.gov/press-release-anthrax-mailing-20th-anniversary #USPIS #History
High-paying jobs with no experience required. On-the-spot job offers. Sound too good to be true? Check things out before acting. We can help: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/fake-job-offers #USPIS #employment
Los estudiantes universitarios son cinco veces mas propensos en caer victimas del fraude de identidad que el público en general. Pero tu puedes prevenir estos robos. Revisa nuestra pagina de Internet para averiguar cómo: https://www.uspis.gov/tips-prevention/identity-theft
#CollegeStudents are FIVE TIMES more likely to be victims of Identity fraud as members of the general public. But, you can prevent these thefts. Check out our website to see how: https://www.uspis.gov/tips-prevention/identity-theft #USPIS
Los estafadores victimizan a los #EstudiantesUniversitarios a través de falsos mensajes de texto diciendo que son de tu universidad, banco, o más. Antes de responder al texto, adquiere la información que ocupas para protegerte: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/smishing-package-tracking-text-scams #USPIS
Scammers are targeting #CollegeStudents through bogus text messages from their college, bank, and more. Before acting on that text, get the info you need to protect yourself: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/smishing-package-tracking-text-scams #USPIS
#EstudiantesUniversitrios son mas propensos en caer victimas en el fraude de tarjetas de crédito que cualquier otro grupo. Infórmate antes de firmar la aplicación: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/credit-card-fraud #USPIS
#CollegeStudents are more susceptible to credit card scams than other groups. Get informed before signing that application: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/credit-card-fraud #USPIS
What #CollegeStudent couldn't use a few extra $$? But jobs promising "easy money" that involve depositing mailed checks could turn out to be very costly… and illegal. Get the facts before you act: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/money-mule #USPIS
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector Charles Fitzgerald, who died in the line of duty on September 29, 1908 #USPIS #RIP
¿Estás pensando en comprar o imprimir tarjetas de vacunación falsas del COVID-19? ¿Estás pensando en publicar tu tarjeta de vacunación legitima online o en las redes sociales? ¡No lo hagas! Para más información, visita www.uspis.gov/coronavirus #USPIS #COVID
Thinking about buying/printing a fake #COVID vaccination card? Thinking about posting your legit vaccination card online or on social media? Don't do it! For more info, visit www.uspis.gov/coronavirus. #USPIS
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector in Charge George W. Daniel, who died in the line of duty on September 1, 1919 #USPIS #RIP
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector Bruce O. Shaffer, who died in the line of duty on August 31, 1951 #USPIS #RIP
¿Piensas que está bien enviar munición activa a través del correo? Ve este video y nuestra página de internet antes de ir a la Oficina Postal: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/prohibited-restricted-and-non-mailable-items #USPIS #CheckBeforeYouShip
Think it's OK to mail ammunition? Check out this video & our website before you head to the Post Office: https://www.uspis.gov/news/scam-article/prohibited-restricted-and-non-mailable-items
Today, we pause to remember Post Office Inspector Elbert P. Lamberth, who died in the line of duty on August 17, 1917 #USPIS #RIP
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