Kameron Goodwin Indicted for Mail Theft Scheme in Houston
Accused of Stealing Over $1 Million in Checks Intended for Local Residents
HOUSTON – A former letter carrier at Houston’s Roy Royall Station, Kameron Goodwin, 26, has been indicted by a grand jury for allegedly orchestrating a scheme to steal millions of dollars in checks meant for Harris County mailboxes. Goodwin faces charges of organized crime and theft, alongside co-conspirators Keyshawn Jones, 25, and Sylvester Brown, 31. Additionally, Jones’ girlfriend, Desiree Junius, and her mother, Doris Butler, are also implicated in the theft.
So far, none of the suspects have been arrested on these new charges.
Records reveal that Emmitt Charles, 27, received over $20,000 in stolen checks and is charged separately for a similar offense involving fake IDs and impersonation to withdraw bank funds.
Federal prosecutors allege that Goodwin operated a vast criminal network, stealing well over $1 million in checks, which he brokered to at least three bidders. These individuals allegedly washed, altered, or counterfeited the stolen checks before depositing them and pocketing the proceeds.
Goodwin worked at the Roy Royall Post Office, which serves zip codes 77016, 77028, 77044, 77050, and 77078—an area with a population of about 125,000 residents, according to 2020 Census data. The investigation began in 2022 after the USPS Office of Inspector General discovered irregularities, including USPS credit cards being swiped for fuel at odd hours and reports of missing checks.
A USPS employee noted, “It’s like every route that he touched… people were complaining about missing mail,” highlighting the widespread concern within the postal service.
In November, Houston Police executed a search warrant at a home in Atascocita. Inside, they found Goodwin along with over 22 grams of methamphetamine and a firearm. Court records indicate Goodwin’s involvement in drug trafficking raises public safety concerns.
Following his arrest, Goodwin resigned from his position as a letter carrier. His extensive involvement in the theft ring came to light through a combination of search warrants, digital forensics, and records linking stolen checks to his work routes.
The checks stolen included federal tax refunds and Social Security payments, with prosecutors stating that Goodwin sold these checks for a flat fee, often discussed via encrypted messaging on Telegram. Terms used included “slips” for the stolen checks and “cooked” for altered checks, indicating a sophisticated operation akin to drug trafficking.
A law enforcement source reported that there is a high demand for these “cooked slips,” with notable profits for the criminals involved. Investigators also traced some of the stolen funds to bank accounts linked to Junius and Butler, indicating a network extending beyond Goodwin.
For honest postal workers, this scandal is disheartening. “Not everybody is bad at the postal service… It’s embarrassing,” a USPS employee stated, expressing concern over the reputation of the postal service due to internal theft.
In light of this situation, the USPS encourages residents to utilize services like Informed Delivery, which allows customers to track mail deliveries and confirm whether checks are received as expected. If mailing checks, it’s advisable to verify with banks for confirmation of delivery.
All five suspects have been indicted on felony charges but remain at large. Information leading to their arrest may qualify for a reward of up to $5,000 through Crime Stoppers of Houston at 713-222-TIPS.