The Meadow Lake RCMP and Canada Post have issued statements to the public following a series of mail thefts in the community. (Submitted photos/Meadow Lake RCMP)

By Elliott Knopp

Mail Investigation

RCMP, Canada Post issue statements regarding mail theft

Jan 5, 2022 | 3:47 PM

After repeated incidents of mailbox vandalism were committed in Meadow Lake over three months, officials with Canada Post say the organization is working with authorities to address the matter.

In a statement to meadowlakeNOW, Eunice Machuhi, a spokesperson with Canada Post, said the company’s security and investigation team is aware of the incident which is currently under investigation.

“Repairs to these mailboxes have already begun,” Machuhi said.

“We thank our customers for their patience while we work to resume regular mail delivery. We take these matters and the security of the mail very seriously.”

Affected customers can temporarily pick up their mail at the Meadow Lake Post Office located at 204 First Street East from Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. They will need to provide a valid government-issued photo identification at the point of service.

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Canada Post stated while the company is conducting an investigation and addressing security measures, it would not be sharing any further information as it could hinder the effectiveness.

Meadow Lake RCMP Sgt. Stephen Hurst confirmed this statement, adding the local detachment is also taking steps with the organization to address the matter.

“It’s a repetitive crime in nature, so there is a higher level of concern,” he said.

“We are working with Canada Post to identify the victims and potential suspects. We are taking investigative measures to inhibit this from happening again and identify those responsible.”

Hurst explained the charges involved with these offences include vandalism, mischief and mail theft. With the charges falling under the Criminal Code of Canada, anyone found guilty of these offences could face up to 10 years in prison.

He added mail theft is considered a crime of opportunity that can be committed in a very short time frame with little to no risk of getting caught, and mild assistance from the public can play an integral role in apprehending offenders.

“How long somebody stays at the mailbox will be determined on whether or not they’re going to be seen by someone else, whether it’s a vehicle driving by, or a pedestrian in the community,” he said.

Hurst urges the community to report any suspicious activity or behaviour to their local RCMP detachment.

Individuals who believe they haven’t received a specific piece of mail are asked to contact the sender and follow up on the status of the item. Anyone with concerns of identity fraud should immediately contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

Anyone with information of these events, or bystanders noticing suspicious activity at mailboxes is asked to please contact the Meadow Lake RCMP by phone at 306-236-2570, submit an anonymous tip to Saskatchewan Crimestoppers by phone at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or online.

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