The USPS says "brushing" scams are a growing concern. These scams involve sending unsolicited items from a seller, who then ...

The Department of Justice has charged four individuals for allegedly stealing U.S. Treasury checks from postal facilities.

The U.S. Postal Service held a news conference in Tampa to provide the community with tips to avoid mail fraud and schemes.

A Minneapolis man has been sentenced for robbing two mail carriers at gunpoint and for a check forgery scheme supported by ...

When you move, your old address is still on file with many companies, banks, and government offices. So, let’s consider how ...

The Hawai‘i Department of Health’s Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is encouraging residents to take action during Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, observed June 1–7, by learning how to spot and report ...

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"The key is being proactive," added Eric Shen, inspector in charge at the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. "Mail theft is one of several ways fraud can begin, but there are effective steps ...

Mail fraud often relies on more sophisticated means. In 2023, West Bloomfield Township Police started investigating mail thefts from U.S. Postal Service collection boxes next to the local post ...

In 2024, consumers reported that most identity fraud incidents happened in the summer months. Here are 15 tips to help you ...