Posted on 08/01/23
Baltimore, MD - Aug. 1, 2023 - Mail carriers are facing increasing danger while on the job due to a concerning trend of robberies and assaults, according to WMAR2News. Thieves are targeting both mail inside collection boxes and mail carriers themselves. Some criminals are after specific keys, called arrow keys, that provide access to collection boxes in entire zip codes, allowing them to find valuable items like checks and money orders. Lawmakers, including Congressman Kweisi Mfume, are working to address the issue through legislation like the Postal Police Reform Act, which aims to empower postal police officers to perform their duties more effectively. The USPS is also taking measures to combat mail theft and prosecute thieves. To help reduce mail theft, the public is advised to report stolen mail promptly to the postal inspection service and avoid letting mail pile up.