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The number of robberies of postal carriers grew again last year and the number of injuries nearly doubled, even as the U.S. Postal Service launched crackdown aimed at addressing postal crime.
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The number of postal carriers who were robbed rose again last year and the number who were injured nearly doubled.
The number of robberies of postal carriers grew again last year and the number of injuries nearly doubled, even as the U.S. Postal Service launched crackdown aimed at addressing postal crime
Criminals continue to target carriers for their antiquated "arrow keys" that allow access to mailboxes.
In response to the escalating issue of letter carrier robberies, Congress is taking action by introducing legislation that aims to boost protection for postal workers.