Nampa Woman Guilty of Mail Theft

BOISE — Laura Alicia Cox, 56, of Nampa, Idaho, pleaded guilty yesterday to theft of mail matter by a postal employee, U.S. Attorney Bart M. Davis announced.  Cox was indicted by a federal grand jury on August 8, 2017.

A surveillance camera at the Melba post office captured Cox opening mail that did not belong to her and removing its contents. The video footage revealed that Cox then put the mail contents in her employee locker. The camera was installed following numerous complaints from customers of the Melba post office who reported problems with their mail. Cox had been employed by the U.S. Postal Service since January 1, 2000.

Cox worked as a clerk at the U.S. Post Office in Melba, Idaho. According to the plea agreement, in June 2017, the surveillance camera caught Cox in the act of stealing mail that did not belong to her. Cox’s actions were a clear breach of the public’s trust, as she was sworn to serve the community.

This case serves as a reminder that postal employees are not above the law and will be held accountable for any wrongdoing. The U.S. Postal Service, Office of the Inspector General, has shown that it takes seriously any allegations of misconduct and will investigate thoroughly.

Sentencing is set for January 4, 2018, before Senior U.S. District Judge Edward J. Lodge at the federal courthouse in Boise. Cox faces the consequences of her actions and will be held accountable for her crimes.

The investigation into Cox’s actions was conducted by the U.S. Postal Service, Office of the Inspector General. Their diligent work brought this case to light and ensured that justice would be served.

As the community continues to trust the postal service with their mail, it is reassuring to know that there are individuals like the investigators who work tirelessly to ensure that the public’s trust is not breached.

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