Usps stolen mail
The frustration of having your mail stolen! Here's what you can do if you suspect that your mail has been stolen:
Report the incident to USPS
- Contact your local post office or visit their website to file a report.
- Provide as much information as possible, including:
- The date and time the mail was stolen
- The type of mail stolen (e.g., packages, letters, bills)
- The approximate value of the stolen mail
- Any relevant surveillance footage or witness statements
- The USPS will investigate and may request additional information.
File a complaint with the USPS Office of Inspector General
- Visit the USPS Office of Inspector General's website and fill out the online complaint form.
- Provide detailed information about the incident, including the date, time, and location of the theft.
- Attach any relevant documentation, such as photos or videos.
Contact your local authorities
- If the stolen mail contains valuable or sensitive information, such as checks, credit cards, or identification, you may want to report the incident to your local police department.
- Provide them with the same information you provided to USPS, and ask them to investigate.
Take steps to prevent future theft
- Consider using a locked mailbox or a secure mailbox with a combination lock.
- Keep an eye on your mail and packages, especially if you're not home during the day.
- Consider using a mail forwarding service or a secure package delivery service, such as Amazon Lockers.
- Report any suspicious activity to your local authorities or USPS.
What to do if your mail is stolen and contains sensitive information
- Contact the relevant financial institutions or companies to report the theft and request replacement or reissue of any stolen items.
- Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit reports to prevent identity theft.
- Monitor your credit reports and financial accounts closely for any suspicious activity.
Remember to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to help prevent mail theft in your community.