Ohio County, IN – Two individuals face multiple charges after authorities uncovered an alleged mail theft and forgery scheme impacting residents across Ohio and Switzerland Counties.
According to the Ohio County Sheriff’s Office, charges were filed on January 22, 2026, against Cheyenne Seina Bradley and Evan James Joel Hensley following a months-long investigation into widespread mail theft and financial fraud. Investigators say large volumes of undelivered mail were stolen from postal routes and brought to a private residence, where checks, credit cards, and other financial materials were opened and used for personal gain.
Prosecutor Lynn Deddens said the case represents “a profound breach of public trust,” emphasizing the impact on residents who rely on the mail for financial security and peace of mind.
Authorities allege Bradley, a postal employee at the time, knowingly removed undelivered mail from her routes, while Hensley allegedly opened the stolen mail and committed acts of theft and forgery.
Both defendants have been charged with Theft, Conspiracy to Commit Forgery, Corrupt Business Influence, and Official Misconduct. Their next court appearance, a pre-trial hearing, is set for February 20, 2026.
Officials remind the public that criminal charges are only allegations and that both individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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