Reporting tampered mail

If you suspect that your mail has been tampered with, it's important to report it to the appropriate authorities. Here are the steps you can follow:

1. Contact the USPS: If you suspect that your mail has been tampered with, contact the United States Postal Service (USPS) immediately. You can file a report with your local post office or online through the USPS website.
2. Fill out a report: The USPS will ask you to fill out a report, which will include information about the mail piece, such as the type of mail, the date it was mailed, and any other relevant details.
3. Provide evidence: If you have any evidence of tampering, such as a photo or a description of the tampering, provide it to the USPS.
4. Get a case number: The USPS will assign a case number to your report, which you should keep for your records.
5. Contact your local authorities: If you believe that the tampering was intentional and may have been committed by someone other than a postal employee, you should also contact your local law enforcement agency.

What to do if you receive a suspicious package:

1. Do not open the package: If you receive a package that you suspect may have been tampered with, do not open it. Instead, contact the USPS or your local authorities immediately.
2. Keep the package secure: Keep the package in a secure location until it can be inspected by authorities.
3. Provide information: Provide as much information as possible about the package, including the sender's name and address, the contents of the package, and any other relevant details.

Reporting tampered mail online:

You can report tampered mail online through the USPS website. Here's how:

1. Go to the USPS website at usps.com.
2. Click on "Contact Us" at the top of the page.
3. Select "Report a Problem" from the drop-down menu.
4. Choose "Tampered Mail" as the reason for contacting the USPS.
5. Fill out the online form with as much information as possible about the tampered mail.

Additional tips:

• Always inspect your mail carefully before opening it.
• Be cautious of packages that are damaged, have unusual odors, or have strange markings.
• If you receive a package that you suspect may have been tampered with, do not open it. Instead, contact the USPS or your local authorities immediately.

Remember, reporting tampered mail is an important step in keeping your mail safe and secure. If you suspect that your mail has been tampered with, don't hesitate to report it to the appropriate authorities.