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Postal Inspector Indicted For Possession Of Stolen Mail
San Jose, CA – In a shocking turn of events, 51-year-old Supervisory Postal Inspector Quan Pham Howard has been indicted on three counts of mail theft, delay and destruction of mail, and possession with intent to distribute marijuana.
According to court documents, Howard was arrested on June 26, 2014, following an investigation and the execution of a search warrant at his house and office. Howard was charged with theft of mail and is accused of unlawfully opening and secreting United States mail intended for various victims.
The indictment charges Howard with possessing a variety of items that had been stolen from the mail distribution center, including a gun scope, a silver bar, jewelry, coins, gift cards, a gun silencer, a Rolex watch, and other items. Howard is also accused of possessing over 8 kilograms of marijuana with the intent to distribute.
The case is being tried in San Jose by the Eastern District of California. It is the product of an investigation by the United States Postal Service Office of Inspector General. Assistant United States Attorney Michelle Rodriguez is prosecuting the case.
Howard is scheduled for arraignment on August 1, 2014. If convicted, Howard faces a maximum statutory penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine for each count.
Howard is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. The charges against him are only allegations, and the outcome of the case remains to be seen.
As a Supervisory Postal Inspector, Howard’s actions are a betrayal of the public’s trust. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
**MANDATORY FACTS**
**Defendant/Respondent:** Quan Pham Howard, 51, of San Jose, California
**Criminal Charges:** Possession of stolen U.S. mail, delay and destruction of U.S. mail, and possession with intent to distribute marijuana
**City and State:** San Jose, California
**Exact Date:** June 26, 2014
**Sentence or Outcome:** Scheduled for arraignment on August 1, 2014, with a maximum statutory penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine for each count
**Dollar Amounts:** $250,000 fine for each count
Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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