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Our Postal Inspectors investigate criminals who fraudulently misuse the U.S. Mail to commit crime. Here is the evidence from FY 2010.

Scheme Alerts

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Some customers have paid up to $30 for a change of address on websites that appear to be linked with the Postal Service but are not--and in some cases the change is never made. Postal Inspectors warn customers, "The Postal Service is not affiliated with the businesses that own these sites. To ensure the best service, use www.usps.com.

Read more about this and other Scheme Alerts.

 
Consumer Awareness
Report suspected mail theft, mailbox vandalism, identity theft,  postage or other mail fraud, or a false change of address online.

Learn how to protect yourself from fraudsters. For information on victims' rights, click here.

Listen to Don't Fall For It!, a radio show featuring Inspector in Charge Tom Brady offering news on the latest mail scams.
Wanted & Reward Posters

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Help Postal Inspectors find fugitives and solve mail-related crimes. Rewards are offered in some cases. See our complete list of wanted and reward posters.




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