Bakersfield Man Gets 24 Months in Prison for Postal Burglary
FRESNO, Calif. — Shawn Van Dixon, a 39-year-old Bakersfield resident, was sentenced to 24 months in prison for burglarizing a U.S. Post Office in Caliente, a Kern County town.
According to court documents, on October 28, 2023, Van Dixon forcefully broke into the U.S. Post Office by smashing in a glass door with a black hatchet. The post office was empty at the time, as Van Dixon broke in just before working hours.
Once inside, Van Dixon stole several mail items, including envelopes, letters, and packages, from P.O. boxes and other locations belonging to more than 10 victims. He then drove off in a stolen truck.
This case was the product of an investigation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Assistant U.S. Attorney Cody S. Chapple prosecuted the case.
The incident highlights the importance of securing post office facilities to prevent similar crimes from occurring in the future.
The sentencing of Shawn Van Dixon serves as a reminder of the consequences of committing such crimes. His 24-month prison sentence is a testament to the seriousness with which the law takes these types of offenses.
Defendant: Shawn Van Dixon.
Criminal Charges: Burglarizing a U.S. Post Office.
City and State: Bakersfield, California.
Exact Date: October 28, 2023.
Sentence: 24 months in prison.
Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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