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Masked culprits rob USPS worker in Altamonte Springs, officials say

Robbery comes after attempted robbery of Orlando worker, officials say

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. – A United States Postal Service worker was robbed by as many as four people wearing ski masks in Altamonte Springs, according to a spokesman with USPS Inspection Service.

USPS said the robbery happened Friday just an hour after an attempted robbery of an Orlando postal worker.

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Officials with USPS said the robbery and the robbery attempt are believed to be connected.

A USPS spokesperson said the culprits were wearing ski masks and driving a black SUV.

News 6 has reached out to Altamonte Springs police for more details.

This is a developing story and will be updated with more information as we receive it.


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