The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is currently on the hunt for two suspects involved in an armed robbery of a postal worker in Augusta, Georgia, offering a substantial sum for information leading to their apprehension. This high-profile case has led the agency to announce a reward of up to $150,000 for details that can help bring the perpetrators to justice, as reported byFOX 5 Atlanta.
The robbery unfolded last Wednesday around 4:55 p.m. on the 3400 block of Jonathan Circle. According to the statement provided by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, a postal carrier aged 24 was accosted while performing their duties.WSB-TVreported that the victim was approached by a man dressed entirely in black and donning a face mask, who grabbed his arm. Another assailant brandished a pistol and pressed it against the postal worker’s chest, forcibly taking a number of items before fleeing.
The inspectors have made a clear call to the public, urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them. They have specified that individuals should not attempt to confront the suspects themselves, but rather should relay any relevant information by calling the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 1-877-876-2455 and stating ‘law enforcement’. The authorities are maintaining strict confidentiality to any information provided.
Despite the unsettling nature of the crime, there has been no indication as to whether the mail carrier sustained injuries during the robbery, nor the exact items that were taken. The U.S. Postal Service and law enforcement agencies are working diligently to track down the assailants and are relying on community assistance to aid in their investigation.
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