Federal authorities are on the lookout for suspects involved in the robbery of two postal workers in Oakland, California. The incidents occurred in the same neighborhood, raising concerns about postal worker safety in the area.

Robbery Details

On Thursday, around 12:35 p.m., a male assailant robbed a mail carrier on her route along Euclid Avenue near Jayne Avenue. The suspect, accompanied by at least one accomplice, seized the carrier’s postal keys during the holdup.

This incident comes just two months after another postal carrier was similarly robbed of her keys on Euclid Avenue near Grand Avenue. While the perpetrators in the two incidents appear to be different individuals, authorities are investigating whether they may be connected.

Response and Reward

The U.S. Postal Inspection Service has launched an investigation into the robberies. In response to the incidents, they are offering a reward of up to $150,000 for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects.

Postal Inspector Matthew Norfleet emphasized the seriousness of these crimes and urged anyone with information to come forward. Those with relevant information can contact postal inspectors at 877-876-2455.

Child Daycare Worker Threatened at Gunpoint

In a separate incident highlighting safety concerns in Oakland, a child daycare worker was threatened at gunpoint as her car was stolen. The terrifying ordeal unfolded one morning while children were present at the daycare facility.

Surveillance footage captured the chilling scene, showing two suspects, one armed with a gun, pulling up to the daycare center and stealing a car from its driveway.

Conclusion: Prioritizing Safety and Vigilance

The recent spate of robberies targeting postal workers and a daycare center worker underscores the importance of prioritizing safety measures and remaining vigilant in communities. Authorities continue to investigate these incidents and urge anyone with information to assist in apprehending the perpetrators.

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Benny Trump

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