Belleville Man Charged with Theft of US Mail
A Belleville man has been charged with theft of US mail, a federal crime that carries a maximum penalty of up to 5 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
David A. Ledbetter, 37, of Belleville, Illinois was charged in a one-count indictment returned by a Federal Grand Jury in East St. Louis, Illinois with Theft of United States Mail by a postal employee.
The indictment alleges that in May of 2017, Ledbetter stole items of mail entrusted to him for delivery.
The United States Postal Inspection Service, Office of the Inspector General, is leading the investigation. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Ranley R. Killian.
An indictment is a formal charge against a defendant. Under the law, a defendant is presumed to be innocent of a charge until proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt to the satisfaction of a jury.
Belleville man faces serious charges for stealing US mail, a federal crime that can result in lengthy prison time and significant fines. The case is now in the hands of the court, and Ledbetter will have to face the consequences of his alleged actions.
At Grimy Times, we will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
The defendant’s real full name is David A. Ledbetter, and the exact criminal charge is Theft of United States Mail by a postal employee. The crime occurred in the city of Belleville, Illinois, and the exact date was May 2017. The maximum penalty for the offense is up to 5 years in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, and a $250,000 fine.
Key Facts
- State: Illinois
- Category: Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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