Is the US Postal Service failing to protect our mail? Concerns mount as mail theft cases increase

📨Mail theft can be an inside job, raising concerns about the trustworthiness of USPS employees.

🔑USPS master keys are being sold on the dark web, enabling thieves to easily steal mail.

📦Packages and envelopes are being stolen from mailboxes, causing frustration and financial loss for individuals and businesses.

📍Houston has been identified as the city with the highest number of checks stolen from the mail and sold on the dark web.

🔒Missing USPS master keys are a widespread problem, with hundreds of keys reported missing in Texas alone.

Is mail theft a common issue?

—Yes, mail theft is a growing concern, with reports of stolen packages and mail on the rise.

Who is responsible for mail theft?

—Mail theft can be carried out by USPS employees, highlighting the need for stricter security measures.

How are USPS master keys ending up in the wrong hands?

—USPS master keys are being sold on the dark web, making it easier for thieves to gain access to mailboxes.

Which city has the highest number of checks stolen from the mail?

—Houston has been identified as the city with the highest number of checks stolen from the mail and sold on the dark web.

How many USPS master keys have been reported missing in Texas?

—Last year, 413 USPS master keys were reported missing in Texas, causing concern about the security of mailboxes.

00:02Major concerns over the state of the US Postal Service

00:09Reports of stolen packages and mail, along with delays in delivery

00:19Houston identified as the city with the highest number of checks stolen from the mail

00:27Mail theft can be an inside job

00:32Lack of confidence in the USPS among affected individuals

00:46USPS master keys being sold on the dark web

01:11Concerns about the safety of mail and packages

02:16Hundreds of USPS master keys reported missing in Texas