FRESNO, Calif. – In a brazen display of thievery, Rene Garcia, 47, of Sanger, has been accused of stealing 51 vehicle batteries from U.S. Postal Service mail trucks parked at the U.S. Post Office in Selma.
According to the indictment, Garcia committed the dastardly crime on 12 separate occasions between September 2012 and March 2013. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service launched an investigation into the matter, which ultimately led to Garcia’s indictment.
Assistant United States Attorney Christopher Baker is prosecuting the case, which is a stark reminder that stealing from the government will not be tolerated. If convicted, Garcia faces a maximum statutory penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
The charges against Garcia are only allegations, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. However, the evidence against him seems to be mounting, and it’s likely that he’ll face the full force of the law.
The case highlights the importance of protecting government property and the consequences of stealing from the system. It also serves as a reminder that the U.S. Postal Inspection Service is committed to rooting out corruption and bringing those responsible to justice.
In a statement, United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced that Garcia will be arraigned in federal court today. The arraignment marks a significant step in the case, and it’s likely that Garcia will face a stern sentence if convicted.
Rene Garcia, whose exact address is not specified, will face the music in federal court if convicted of the charges. The exact date of the arraignment is not specified, but it’s likely to happen soon. The outcome of the case remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: stealing from the government will not be tolerated.
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Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Public Corruption
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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