NASHUA, N.H. — Authorities have apprehended a suspect in connection with the armed robbery of a mail carrier in Nashua. Baraka Janvier, 18, from Lowell, Massachusetts, was taken into custody early Wednesday morning and is set to be arraigned on Thursday. The incident occurred when the mail carrier was robbed at gunpoint on Blacksmith Way, which was captured on a nearby home security camera.
During the robbery, the victim was threatened by a man demanding his postal keys, which are crucial for accessing mailboxes in the city of Nashua. Police later identified the suspect as Janvier. This crime reflects a concerning trend where postal keys have become attractive targets for thieves across the nation. These keys provide access to valuable mail, packages, and even the potential for bank check fraud.
Sergeant John Cinelli emphasized the uniqueness of each postal key to its respective city, allowing criminals access to private information and items for nefarious purposes. Despite the arrest of Janvier, authorities have not yet located the stolen postal keys. Meanwhile, the brave mail carrier who fell victim to the robbery returned to work the next day, expressing his surprise at the ordeal but reassuring the public that he was unharmed.
As the investigation continues, law enforcement is still in search of two additional suspects involved in the armed robbery. With attention on this case, authorities aim to bring justice to the victims and prevent future incidents targeting mail carriers. The apprehension of Janvier serves as a positive step towards ensuring the safety and security of postal workers in Nashua and beyond.