Della Marie Gibson, Mail Biohazard Scare, Tennessee 2021

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Ex-Nurse Sentenced for Mail Biohazard Scare

A disturbing case of biohazardous materials being sent through the mail has come to a close in Knoxville, Tennessee. Della Marie Gibson, a 37-year-old former nurse, has been sentenced to two years of probation for sending feces and human blood to her husband’s ex-wife.

According to court documents, Gibson mailed a package containing feces on April 5, 2021, and a package containing human blood on April 9, 2021, using the United States Postal Service. The intended recipient was Gibson’s husband’s ex-wife, who was left shaken by the incidents.

The investigation into the matter was led by the United States Postal Inspector and the Loudon County Sheriff’s Office. Gibson was charged with two counts of sending biohazardous materials through the mail and pleaded guilty to the charges on August 23, 2021.

As part of her probation, Gibson will be supervised by the United States Probation Office and required to undergo mental health treatment and anger management treatment. She is also prohibited from obtaining or seeking a position in the healthcare field that involves direct contact with patients.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office has praised Gibson’s guilty plea and the swift action taken by the court to sentence her. “The U.S. Attorney’s Office is committed to prosecuting those who use the United States Postal Service to threaten or intimidate individuals or to jeopardize the safety of federal employees,” said Acting United States Attorney Francis M. Hamilton III.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of postal employees and customers. “The egregious acts done by this defendant in mailing the biohazardous materials could have caused potential harm to the intended recipient, our postal employees and facilities,” said Tommy D. Coke, Inspector in Charge of the Atlanta Division.

Gibson’s case serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing public safety and holding individuals accountable for their actions. The swift action taken by the court has brought a sense of closure to the victim and her family, and it is hoped that Gibson will take the necessary steps to address her issues and move forward in a positive direction.

Assistant United States Attorney Jennifer Kolman represented the United States in the case. The investigation and prosecution of Gibson’s crimes have been a collaborative effort between law enforcement agencies, and it is a testament to the hard work and dedication of those involved that justice has been served.

Gibson’s sentence is a significant reminder of the consequences of sending biohazardous materials through the mail. It is a crime that can have serious consequences, both for the intended recipient and for the individuals involved in the incident.