Long Island Postal Worker Charged with Stealing Gift Cards in Suffolk County
A Long Island postal worker faces serious charges after allegedly stealing gift cards and greeting cards from the mail. Jovanni Jamison-Lewis, aged 35, is accused of removing items from outgoing mail at the Oakdale post office.
Details of the Incident
The Suffolk County District Attorney, Raymond Tierney, announced the allegations against Jamison-Lewis. Surveillance footage reportedly shows her taking two envelopes that contained a gift card for T.J. Maxx and three New York State Lottery scratch-off tickets. After selecting the contents, she returned the empty greeting cards to the outgoing mail.
Arrest and Evidence
On November 24, Jamison-Lewis was arrested after investigators found her using the stolen T.J. Maxx gift card at a store in Port Jefferson. During her arrest, authorities discovered two pieces of stolen mail hidden in her pants and four additional items in her pocketbook.
- Jamison-Lewis allegedly had 20 more pieces of stolen mail in her home and vehicle.
- Charges against her include grand larceny, criminal possession of stolen property, and official misconduct.
Legal Proceedings
Following her arrest, Jamison-Lewis resigned from her position. She was arraigned on charges and released, with a court date set for January.
Seeking Victims
The Suffolk County District Attorney encourages anyone who believes they may have been a victim of her actions to contact them at (631) 853-4626. Authorities are committed to ensuring the safety and security of the community, particularly during the holiday season.
