Multiple incidents of mailbox vandalism and the have occurred recently within our community. Follow the steps below to protect yourself and deter future mail theft.

Be vigilant. Report suspicious activity to 911 immediately.
Sign up for Informed Delivery® by USPS® for free to digitally preview your mail.
Retrieve your mail as soon as possible after delivery.
Switch to electronic delivery for important and financial documents.
Send your outgoing mail at the post office instead of the drop slot in the mailbox.
Never send or ask to receive cash by mail.

Losses are charted by the Postal Inspection Service to identify problem areas and assist Inspectors in tracking down thieves. Report suspected mail losses to Postal Inspectors by calling 1-877-876-2455 or at www.uspis.gov. Willful damage to mailboxes or the of mail are federal crimes punishable by fine or imprisonment or both. (18 USC 1705 & 1708)