Franklin, Tennessee — Reports of mail theft and check fraud are prompting an ongoing investigation in Williamson County.
According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies continue receiving reports of stolen mail linked to check fraud cases across the county. Authorities say investigators are actively working with the United States Postal Inspection Service as the incidents are reviewed.
Officials said some residents have reported financial losses after checks were stolen from mailboxes and altered or fraudulently deposited. The sheriff’s office did not release the number of reported cases but confirmed the investigation remains active.
Residents who have experienced monetary losses connected to stolen mail are asked to contact the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office at 615-790-5550 to file a report. If a bank requires documentation, victims may also submit a public records request through the sheriff’s office website, according to authorities.
After filing with the sheriff’s office, investigators ask victims to also report the incident directly to the United States Postal Inspection Service, the federal agency responsible for investigating crimes involving the U.S. mail. Reports can be filed online at uspis.gov/report or by calling 1-877-876-2455.
Officials said residents who have not experienced financial loss but suspect mail theft should still report the incident directly to postal inspectors.
Authorities are also urging residents to check their mailboxes regularly and report suspicious activity in their neighborhoods as the investigation continues.
The alert comes as law enforcement agencies nationwide continue to warn about criminals targeting residential mailboxes for checks and financial documents.
The issue can particularly affect students, young workers, and commuters who rely on mailed payments or documents, making early reporting important for preventing financial loss.
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