Shocking $100K Mailbox Theft in NJ Leads to Major Arrests!
In a major bust this week, police arrested three New Jersey residents who were involved in stealing checks from business mailboxes in townships across the state. The group is accused of swiping checks totaling over $100,000, leading to a months-long investigation that ultimately resulted in their capture.
The suspects, Kaliek Easton, 29, and Asia Harrell, 31, both from Bloomfield, along with James Miller, 37, from Passaic, were arrested after authorities gathered enough evidence to link them to the thefts. As part of the arrest, law enforcement seized a variety of items, including over $10,000 in cash, a brand-new 2024 BMW X5, around 13 pounds of marijuana, stolen checks, forgery devices, blank checks, and several electronics, according to the police.
All three individuals are currently being held at Monmouth County Jail, awaiting their court hearings.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the case, and they’re asking anyone with more information to come forward. If you know something that could help, you can reach Detective Zach Honecker at 732-449-4500, ext. 1203.
Charges Filed
James Miller faces a long list of charges related to theft and forgery. His charges include:
- Second-degree theft
- 14 counts of third-degree forgery
- 4 counts of fourth-degree possession of government documents
- Third-degree uttering a fraudulent document
- Third-degree possession of forgery devices
- Third-degree receiving stolen property
Kaliek Easton has also been charged, though his list is slightly shorter. He’s being held accountable for:
- Third-degree receiving stolen property
- Second-degree possession of marijuana over 5 pounds with intent to distribute
- Third-degree possession of forgery devices
Asia Harrell, the third person involved, faces similar charges to Easton, including:
- Third-degree receiving stolen property
- Second-degree possession of marijuana over 5 pounds with intent to distribute
- Third-degree possession of forgery devices
Police believe that these individuals were part of a larger operation and are still trying to determine whether more people were involved.
These arrests highlight the ongoing issue of theft from mailboxes, a crime that has seen a rise in recent years. Criminals target businesses because they know that many business owners send and receive checks through the mail, making it a lucrative crime. Law enforcement encourages businesses to take extra precautions, like using secure mail services or electronic transfers, to avoid falling victim to these kinds of schemes.
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This case reminds us of the importance of safeguarding our mail, especially if we frequently deal with checks or sensitive documents. If you notice anything suspicious in your area or if you’ve fallen victim to a similar crime, it’s essential to report it to the police right away.