Baker County Sheriff’s Office is investigating Mail Theft on Hwy 7

By Shannon Weidemann (McKone) on Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 in Eastern/Southeast Oregon News More Top Stories

BAKER COUNTY – (Release from the Baker County Sheriff’s Office) On April 11, 2021, a concerned citizen called Baker County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch after noticing several mailboxes left open in the area of Griffin Gulch as well as mail scattered on Highway 7.

After investigation, it was determined that an unknown subject(s), had stolen mail from numerous mailboxes. It appears that the thefts began at Huckleberry Loop spanning along Highway 7 to Griffin Gulch Road.

The Baker County Sheriff’s Office encourages Baker County residents to be vigilant and check their mail daily. When scheduling a trip, ensure that you have a family member or trusted friend retrieve your mail. If possible, invest in a locking mailbox. Anyone with information regarding this incident, or who believes they may be a victim, is encouraged to contact Sgt. Eric Colton at 541-523-6415.