A Contra Costa County city is dealing with mail theft which has become a widespread problem across the Bay Area.
At one apartment complex in San Pablo, thieves are finding a unique way to break into mailboxes — they’re using a stolen postmaster key.
The situation is leaving residents both frustrated and concerned for their safety.
Surveillance video from earlier in March shows thieves stealing directly from mailboxes at the apartment complex.
Somehow, the thieves got hold of a postmaster key and residents say the thefts have been taking place since last November.
“It feels like a total violation, it’s disheartening, especially we all know, living in the Bay