Mount Pleasant neighbors warn of mail theft after opened mail found in woods

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Neighbors in Mount Pleasant's Dunes West area are warning others after finding 15 to 20 pieces of opened mail, including bills and personal letters, dumped in nearby woods. Another couple's altered check was caught by their bank, prompting residents to urge taking outgoing mail directly to the post office and reporting any suspicious activity around mailboxes.

Why it matters

Mail theft is a serious issue that can lead to identity theft and financial fraud. This incident in the Dunes West neighborhood highlights the need for residents to be vigilant about protecting their personal information and reporting any suspicious activity to the authorities.

The details

The opened mail was discovered in the woods near the Dunes West area of Mount Pleasant. Residents found around 15 to 20 pieces of mail, including bills and personal letters, that had been opened and dumped. Additionally, a couple had an altered check caught by their bank, further raising concerns about mail theft in the neighborhood.

• The opened mail was discovered in the woods near the Dunes West area of Mount Pleasant.

What’s next

Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity around mailboxes to the authorities.