USPS offers $150,000 reward after postman robbed during deliveries

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The United States Postal Service (USPS) has offered a reward of up to $150,000 after a postman was robbed while out on his route.

Just after noon Saturday, a USPS City Carrier was on his route on Granada Road in Memphis when he was approached by two men and robbed, USPS said.

USPS said the postman described the car the robbers used as a burgundy or wine colored four door sedan.

The USPS is offering a reward of up to $150,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the robbery.

Robbing a federal employee is a felony that carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.

Anyone with information is asked to call 1-877-876-2455 or Crimestoppers at 901-528-CASH.