Former USPS worker stole $1.6 million in checks

A former USPS worker, Hachikosela Muchimba, is accused of stealing over $1.6 million in checks from residents in Washington, D.C., between 2020 and 2023. He allegedly altered checks and deposited them into his accounts while wearing a USPS uniform. Muchimba's scheme came to light after residents reported missing tax refunds. Surveillance footage showed him making deposits at ATMs. He was arrested in September 2023 while attempting to leave the U.S. for Zambia. On March 13, 2025, Muchimba was found guilty of bank fraud and mail theft. He faces up to 30 years in prison and will be sentenced on August 8, 2025. He remains in custody until then.