Ex-postal worker admits to stealing checks in massive $34 million fraud scheme

Submitted by U.S. Attorney’s Office

A former United States Postal Service letter carrier, Destinee Ruffin, 29, Indianapolis, has pleaded guilty to orchestrating a $34 million conspiracy to commit bank fraud by stealing checks from the U.S. Mail.

Ruffin is scheduled to be sentenced on Oct. 27. This case was brought as part of the Trump Administration’s Task Force to Eliminate Fraud.

Three of Ruffin’s co-conspirators have already been sentenced for their roles in the scheme. One additional co-conspirator, John Young, is awaiting a sentencing date.

The United States Attorney’s Office estimates that approximately 6,500 victims were affected by this widespread fraud scheme.

Individuals who believe they may be victims, particularly those who use or live near the Bacon Station Post Office located at 2727 E. 55th St., Indianapolis, are encouraged to visit this website for case details and updates.

Potential victims may include anyone who lived or worked along the Bacon Station route, mailed a paper check between November 2020 and May 2022, or failed to receive an expected mailing during that period.

Due to the large number of victims, it is impractical to notify each one individually. Should you have any questions regarding this case, please call Victim Witness Coordinator Stephanie Lloyd at (317) 229-2406.