Police Investigating Attempted Mail Theft

Police in Takoma Park are investigating an attempted mail theft that occurred last Saturday evening.

Officers responded to the 6500 block of Highland Avenue at approximately 6:58 p.m. on August 5 for a report of attempted mail theft, according to Takoma Park Police spokesperson Cathy Plevy. There was an unknown suspect who stole mail from the victim’s mailbox. The victim pursued the suspect, who put the mail back in the mailbox and fled on foot.

The investigation continues under case number 230047997. Anyone with information about this attempted mail theft is asked to call Takoma Park Police at (301) 270-1100.

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