USPS employee charged in Macon mail theft investigation

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says Dana Elise Wilson was arrested during her delivery route and charged with four counts of theft by taking.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — A U.S. Postal Service employee has been arrested and charged in connection with a mail theft investigation in Bibb County, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

In a news release Tuesday, investigators identified 40-year-old Dana Elise Wilson as a suspect following an investigation by the sheriff’s office Financial Crimes Unit and the U.S. Postal Service.

The sheriff’s office says Wilson was stopped while working her delivery route and taken to the Bibb County Jail.

Wilson is charged with four counts of theft by taking and is being held without bond.

The U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General also participated in the investigation.

”Mail theft is more than just stealing letters or packages,” Sheriff David Davis said. “It’s a disgraceful breach of trust. It can compromise personal information, financial security, and the peace of mind of our citizens. This arrest demonstrates the importance of cooperation between local and federal law enforcement agencies in identifying those responsible for this criminal deed and holding them accountable. I commend our Financial Crimes investigators and our federal partners for their diligent work in this investigation. We will continue working together to protect our citizens and preserve the public’s trust.”

The investigation remains active. If you have information, call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at (478) 751-7500 or Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.