Congressman Dan Goldman Urges US Postal Service to Address New York City Mail Theft

Numerous Constituent Complaints Regarding Theft from USPS Mailboxes Reported to Congressman Goldman’s Office

Washington D.C. – Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10) today sent a letter to United States Postal Service Postmaster General Louis DeJoy urging him to address the rise in mail theft from USPS mailboxes in New York City. Congressman Goldman’s office received numerous complaints from his constituents in New York’s 10th Congressional District regarding theft of vital documents. Concerns have been raised over the increase in mail theft throughout New York City, including at community council meetings of NYPD Precincts in lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.

“My office has received numerous complaints over the past weeks from concerned New Yorkers who have had their vital documents stolen from USPS mailboxes,” Congressman Dan Goldman said. “Having checks, medical documentation, passports, or other identifying information stolen puts New Yorkers at serious risk. It is imperative that the United States Postal Service do everything in its power to ensure that mail, property, and information transported through the USPS is secure.”

Since taking office, Congressman Goldman’s office has received numerous complaints regarding mail theft, including New Yorkers having their paychecks, credit cards, and medical documentation stolen from their mailboxes. Earlier this year, New York Attorney General Letitia James alerted New Yorkers about a rise in mail theft.   

Congressman Goldman’s team has been in contact with the USPS and with local authorities to inform the public of increased mail theft and installing preventative measures to address theft.

Residents of NY-10 experiencing mail theft should report the incidents by going to their local NYPD precinct of dialing 911. New Yorkers can also file a report with the Postal Inspection Service so that federal crimes can be investigated and addressed.

Congressman Goldman also shared best practices from USPS to constituents regarding how to best protect their mail from theft.

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