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Repeat Mail Thief Flees to Mexico, Faces Charges
28 Jan
Summary
- Erik Magana fled to Mexico after alleged mail and bank fraud.
- He was recently brought back and faced a federal judge in Charlotte.
- Magana faces up to five years for mail theft, 30 for bank fraud.
A repeat offender, Erik Magana, is once again facing federal charges related to mail theft and bank fraud. Investigators allege that Magana stole mail from various North Carolina counties, including Mecklenburg, Union, and Gaston, approximately a year and a half prior to his recent indictment. Following these alleged crimes, he reportedly fled to Mexico.
Magana, who had previously been convicted in 2020 for mail theft and was released in 2024, was recently apprehended and brought back to face justice. He appeared before a federal judge in Charlotte on Tuesday. Neighbors expressed concern over his repeated offenses.
According to the U.S. Attorney's office, Magana faces a potential sentence of five years for each mail theft charge. If convicted of bank fraud, he could receive up to 30 years in prison. His case highlights ongoing efforts to prosecute repeat offenders.
