A woman was taken into custody in connection with several burglaries, mail thefts, armed robberies, and vehicle thefts in Chicago and northern Cook County.
Veronica Cavallari, 29, was charged with felon in possession of a weapon, possessing a firearm with a defaced serial number, and criminal damage to government property, according to the US Postal Inspection Service.
Authorities said further charges for burglary and auto theft are pending.
She was arrested and booked on December 15.
“The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is dedicated to defending the nation’s mail system from criminal activity, protecting United States Postal Service employees and customers, and preserving the integrity of the U.S. Mail,” said Ruth M. Mendonça, inspector in charge, Chicago Division of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, in a statement. “We value our law enforcement partners for supporting our mission.”
Anyone who believes they have been a victim of mail theft may notify the Postal Inspection Service at 1-877-876-2455 or online at uspis.gov/report.