2 Arrested in Chicago Mail Theft Burglary

Suspects face felony charges after allegedly breaking into apartment building mailroom

Apr. 10, 2026 at 4:55pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a set of lockpicking tools and a torn open envelope, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the tools and aftermath of a mail room burglary.A recent wave of mail room burglaries in Chicago exposes vulnerabilities in apartment building security and the ongoing threat of mail-related crimes.Chicago Today

Two individuals, Jasmine Larkin and Eddie Boykin, have been arrested and charged with felony burglary in Chicago after allegedly breaking into an apartment building's mail room and stealing mail and packages. The pair was caught by police in possession of burglary tools and bags of stolen items.

Why it matters

Mail theft is a serious crime that can lead to identity theft, financial fraud, and disruption of essential services. This incident highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service to crack down on mailroom and package theft, which has been an increasing problem in urban areas.

The details

According to authorities, Larkin and Boykin forced open a service door to enter an apartment complex, where they accessed the mail room and stole letters and packages. When officers arrested the suspects, they were found to be in possession of tools used to break into mailboxes as well as multiple bags of stolen mail.

  • The suspects were arrested on April 6, 2026 near the 1100 block of West Winona Street in Chicago.
  • The arrest came after a postal customer reported suspicious activity in the area.

The players

Jasmine Larkin

A 38-year-old individual charged with felony burglary in connection with the mail theft incident.

Eddie Boykin

A 45-year-old individual charged with felony burglary in connection with the mail theft incident.

U.S. Postal Inspection Service

The federal law enforcement arm of the United States Postal Service, which collaborated with the Chicago Police Department on this investigation.

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that arrested the suspects and is assisting in the ongoing investigation.

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What’s next

The suspects are expected to appear in court in the coming days, where prosecutors may seek additional charges as the investigation continues.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement, postal authorities, and the public in combating the growing problem of mail and package theft in urban areas.