Man charged with mail thefts in Chicago area going back three years

A Chicago-area man charged with multiple mail thefts and burglaries dating back up to three years has been arraigned on three felony counts, according to federal authorities. Ahmad Salamah, 32, of Harwood Heights, was identified as a suspect in May 2023 and charged by the Illinois Attorney General’s office after an investigation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and area police. The agency described ongoing efforts to pursue additional charges and urged any potential victims to contact the Postal Inspection Service. The case underscores cross-agency cooperation aimed at protecting postal customers from theft and burglary.