East Stroudsburg Man Charged with Theft of Mail
in Pennsylvania 2014
Jacob Tanner, a 28-year-old East Stroudsburg resident, has been charged with theft of mail in a case that has left residents in Stroudsburg reeling. According to United States Attorney Peter Smith, the alleged theft was discovered after several residents complained about missing, torn or discarded mail.
Authorities claim that Tanner was observed on surveillance video removing mail from a mailbox outside a residence in Stroudsburg. Postal Authorities later apprehended Tanner in possession of stolen mail in December 2014.
The case is being investigated by the United States Postal Service, Office of Postal Inspection Services, and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Robert J. O’Hara.
Anyone who believes they may be a victim or have further information should contact Postal Inspector David Heinke, United States Postal Service, at 877-876-2455.
Tanner faces a maximum penalty of 5 years of imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a $250,000 fine. The sentence will be determined by the judge after considering the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.
Tanner is presumed innocent until found guilty in court. The case highlights the importance of protecting the integrity of the mail system and holding individuals accountable for their actions.
The United States Postal Service takes allegations of mail theft seriously and will continue to work with law enforcement to investigate and prosecute those responsible.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Public Corruption|White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release ↗
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