A former United States Postal Service contract mail carrier has been sentenced to time served for stealing mail. Randolph Varbelow, 48, of Jacksonville, pleaded guilty to theft of mail matter on November 15, 2022.
According to court documents, Varbelow worked as a contract mail carrier from November 2021 through January 2022, delivering mail on a route in Duval and St. Johns Counties. During this time, multiple complaints were made about missing mail on his route, prompting an investigation by the U.S. Postal Service – Office of Inspector General.
The investigation linked Varbelow to multiple stolen Target gift cards through transaction records and surveillance video. This evidence led to his guilty plea and subsequent sentencing. United States District Judge Timothy J. Corrigan handed down the sentence, which included approximately four months’ imprisonment, time served.
In addition to his prison sentence, Varbelow was ordered to serve a two-year term of supervised release and pay restitution to the victims. The amount of restitution was not specified in the court documents. The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney David B. Mesrobian.
The U.S. Postal Service – Office of Inspector General conducted a thorough investigation, following up on complaints from the public and tracking down evidence of Varbelow’s wrongdoing. Their efforts ultimately led to his conviction and sentencing, serving as a reminder that mail theft will not be tolerated.
This case highlights the importance of holding those in positions of trust accountable for their actions. As a contract mail carrier, Varbelow was responsible for delivering mail to the public, not stealing from them. His actions undermined the trust and confidence that the public has in the United States Postal Service.
The sentencing of Randolph Varbelow serves as a warning to others who would consider committing similar crimes. The U.S. Postal Service – Office of Inspector General and the Department of Justice will continue to work together to investigate and prosecute cases of mail theft, ensuring that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.
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- State: Florida
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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