Arthur Respert, a 26-year-old man from Kenner, Louisiana, has been sentenced for his role in a mail theft scheme that spanned over a year. Respert pleaded guilty to one-count of theft of mail and was sentenced to two years of probation.
According to court documents, Respert worked at the Armstrong International Airport for Air General, Inc. from October 24, 2014 to September 3, 2015. During this time, he stole letters and other packages addressed to individuals across the United States.
The investigation into Respert’s activities was led by the United States Postal Service, Office of Inspector General. Acting U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans praised the work of the USPS in investigating this matter, saying that their efforts were instrumental in bringing Respert to justice.
Respert’s sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge Jane Triche Milazzo. In addition to his two years of probation, a hearing on restitution is set for May 11, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. This hearing will determine the amount of restitution that Respert must pay to his victims.
The prosecution of Respert was led by Assistant U.S. Attorney Sharan E. Lieberman. The case against Respert was built on the evidence gathered by the USPS, which showed that he had stolen numerous pieces of mail during his time at the airport.
The sentence handed down to Respert serves as a reminder that mail theft is a serious crime that will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. The USPS and other law enforcement agencies take these types of crimes very seriously, and those who engage in them can expect to face severe penalties.
In this case, Respert’s actions were a violation of the trust that the public places in those who handle their mail. His sentence reflects the seriousness with which the court views these types of crimes, and it serves as a warning to others who would consider engaging in similar activities.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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