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crime3 months ago

U.S. Postal Worker Shot by Amazon Driver

A USPS mail carrier was shot in the face during an altercation with an Amazon delivery driver in Everett, Washington. The incident occurred at the West Mall Place Apartments, where the Amazon driver, reportedly upset about USPS procedures, shot the mail carrier in the eye. The suspect is in custody, and investigations are ongoing by the USPS, FBI, and local police.

crime1 year ago

Arrest Made in Robbery of Postal Worker in Nashua, New Hampshire

An 18-year-old from Lowell, Massachusetts, named Baraka Janvier has been arrested in connection with the armed robbery of a mail carrier in Nashua, New Hampshire. The robbery involved a gunpoint theft of the mail carrier's keys and was captured on surveillance video. Janvier is expected to appear in court, and it is unclear if more arrests are anticipated. The postal carrier was unharmed during the incident.

crime1 year ago

"Gardena Mail Carrier Brutally Assaulted on Duty, Community Rallies in Support"

A man in Gardena was caught on video assaulting a mail carrier in broad daylight, leading to his arrest and sparking concern among neighbors. The assailant, described as a well-known troublemaker, demanded mail from the carrier and punched him in the head when informed there was none, resulting in minor injuries and the loss of all mail in the bag. Security camera footage captured the attack, leaving residents worried about neighborhood safety.

crime1 year ago

"Fatal Shooting of USPS Mail Carrier in Ohio Prompts $250K Reward Offer"

A 33-year-old mail carrier, Jonte Davis, was fatally shot in his postal van in Warren, Ohio, in what police believe was a targeted attack. The shooting occurred on Saturday, and despite efforts to save him, Davis later died from his wounds at the hospital. Police have obtained a search warrant for a suspect vehicle and residence, and while several individuals have been interviewed, no one is currently in custody. The FBI and USPS are assisting with the investigation.

crime1 year ago

"Fatal Shooting of Ohio Mail Carrier Unveiled in 911 Audio"

A USPS mail carrier, 33-year-old Jonte Davis, was shot and killed while inside his postal van in Warren, Ohio. The suspect, who drove by in a grey pickup truck and fired multiple shots, remains at large. The Warren Police Department, along with the FBI and USPS Postal Inspectors, are conducting an investigation and have not detained anyone at this time. Officials believe the victim and the suspect knew each other. A vigil will be held in Davis's honor, and a GoFundMe has been started to support his family. The USPS is offering a $250,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of those involved in the homicide.

crime1 year ago

"Fatal Shooting of Warren Mail Carrier Sparks $250K Reward Offer for Information"

A 33-year-old mail carrier in Warren, Ohio was shot and killed in his USPS van in what police believe to be a targeted attack. The suspect's vehicle was located and evidence was recovered, but no arrests have been made. The USPS and FBI are assisting with the investigation, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Warren Police Department.

local-news2 years ago

"Dismissed: Cleveland Mail Carrier Faces Termination Over Numerous Complaints"

A Cleveland woman, Rhonda Long, finally has a new mail carrier after three years of not receiving any mail, as her previous carrier was fired pending an investigation due to intentional non-delivery of mail. Long and several of her neighbors had been affected by the issue, prompting a formal congressional inquiry from Congresswoman Shontel Brown's office. The United States Postal Service (USPS) has been contacted for comment but has not responded.

local-news2 years ago

Residents in Far East El Paso Demand Accountability for Alleged Mail Carrier Package Damage

Residents in a neighborhood in far east El Paso have accused their mail carrier of damaging packages by kicking and throwing them, and have expressed frustration with the lack of response from the postal service. Despite reporting the issue to the post office manager, residents claim that their complaints have been ignored. The USPS has apologized for the carrier's behavior and stated that they are conducting an investigation into the matter.

crime2 years ago

"USPS Mail Carrier Injured in North Side Shooting"

The Chicago Police Department is investigating after a USPS mail carrier was shot during an armed robbery on the North Side. The mail carrier was transported to the hospital in stable condition. The suspect or suspects fled in a stolen white Kia sedan, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to their arrest and conviction. Another robbery of a mail carrier occurred on the same day in a different neighborhood. Anyone with information is urged to contact the USPS hotline.

crime2 years ago

"Armed Robbery in Murray Hill: Mail Carrier Targeted, Packages Stolen"

A mail carrier in Murray Hill, Jacksonville, was robbed at gunpoint by a masked gunman who demanded something from her before taking several packages. The suspect, described as wearing a grey hoodie and black pants, eventually fled the scene in a red Toyota with another individual. Former JSO director Tom Hackey believes the gunman may have been after a key, as thieves have been targeting master keys to mailboxes in recent years. The incident is currently under investigation, and anyone with information is urged to contact the United States Postal Inspection Service.

human-interest2 years ago

Heroic West MI Mail Carrier Saves Retired Trooper's Life

Wilma Daley, a mail carrier in West Michigan, has been awarded the Postmaster General Hero Award for saving a man's life. While on her route, Daley noticed a man who had slipped and fallen on ice, breaking his shoulder. She flagged down a delivery driver for assistance and stayed with the man until help arrived. Daley's dedication to her customers, especially seniors, stems from her own personal experience with her father's passing. She hopes her story inspires others to look out for their neighbors and show kindness to those they encounter every day.

crime2 years ago

Life sentences handed down for murder of mail carrier in marijuana package dispute.

A man in South Carolina has been sentenced to life in prison for killing a mail carrier who refused to deliver a package of marijuana to his home. Trevor Raekwon Seward was found guilty of murder of a federal employee and other crimes in the September 2019 shooting of 64-year-old Irene Pressley. After finding a note in his mailbox instead of the 2-pound package of marijuana he was expecting, Seward confronted Pressley and then shot her with a semi-automatic rifle. The co-defendant who helped Seward look for the mail carrier was sentenced to 25 years in prison.