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New Orleans Man Charged with Stealing U.S. Mail
A 24-year-old New Orleans man was indicted last February for using a stolen key to access authorized mail receptacles and stealing over 80 pieces of U.S. mail.
Wayne C. Walker was arrested on January 26, 2022, while in possession of the stolen mail and a United States Postal Service ‘arrow’ key.
According to the indictment, Walker faces a maximum penalty of ten (10) years imprisonment on the count of unlawful possession of the United States Postal Service mail key and a maximum penalty of five (5) years imprisonment on the count of possession of stolen mail.
Both charges are to be followed by up to three (3) years of supervised release, a fine of up to a $250,000 fine, and a $100 mandatory special assessment fee.
‘The indictment is merely a charge, and the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt,’ said U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans.
Evans praised the work of the United States Postal Inspection Service, and the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office in investigating this matter.
Assistant U.S. Attorneys Jon Maestri and G. Dall Kammer are in charge of the prosecution.
Walker will face justice for his alleged crimes if convicted, and the community can rest assured that those who steal U.S. mail will be held accountable.
As a reminder, the United States Postal Service takes mail theft very seriously and will work tirelessly to protect its customers and employees.
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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