Brooklyn Man Sentenced for Mail Theft and Bank Fraud

Andrae Small received 7 years in prison for postal theft and financial crimes.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:00am

Following an investigation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the New York Police Department, a federal judge sentenced Andrae Small on March 16, 2026, to seven years in prison for postal theft and financial crimes resulting in over $100,000 in losses.

Why it matters

Mail theft and bank fraud are serious crimes that can have a significant impact on victims, eroding public trust in the postal system and financial institutions. This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to crack down on these types of crimes in the Brooklyn area.

The details

Small was found guilty of stealing mail from residential and business addresses in Brooklyn, as well as using stolen personal information to commit bank fraud. The investigation revealed that Small had been involved in a scheme to steal checks, credit cards, and other financial documents from the mail, which he then used to make fraudulent purchases and withdraw cash from bank accounts.

  • On March 16, 2026, Andrae Small was sentenced to 7 years in prison.

The players

Andrae Small

A Brooklyn resident who was convicted of postal theft and bank fraud crimes resulting in over $100,000 in losses.

U.S. Postal Inspection Service

The law enforcement arm of the United States Postal Service, responsible for investigating crimes involving the postal system.

New York Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that assisted in the investigation of Andrae Small's crimes.

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What they’re saying

“Mail theft and financial crimes like these can have a devastating impact on victims, and we will continue to work tirelessly to bring perpetrators to justice.”

— Nicholas Moore, Postal Inspector

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat mail theft and financial crimes in the Brooklyn area, which can have serious consequences for both individuals and the broader community.