Gang Member and Accomplice Arrested in Stafford for Large Mail Theft Operation

A joint operation by the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) and the Houston Police Department (HPD) Major Offenders Division resulted in the arrest of two fugitives, Robert Trujillo and Jason Lopez, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Stafford, Texas. Trujillo is identified as a documented gang member.

The arrests followed an investigation by postal inspectors into a significant mail theft ring suspected of stealing mail to perpetrate various financial crimes. Working in collaboration with the Houston Police Department and the Sugar Land Police Department, inspectors tracked Lopez and Trujillo to a hotel in Stafford, which is located in Harris County. Both individuals were wanted in connection with multiple mail theft incidents spanning Harris and Fort Bend Counties.

At the time of their apprehension, authorities discovered that Lopez and Trujillo were in possession of approximately 400 pieces of stolen mail, 40 credit and debit cards, both fake and real identification documents, stolen checks, victims’ personal identifying information, a U.S. Postal Service lock, and materials used to manufacture counterfeit postal keys.

Jason Lopez was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail on an existing Harris County warrant for mail theft. He was additionally charged with fraudulent use and possession of identifying information, as well as possession of a controlled substance.

Robert Trujillo was also arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail. He faces charges of fraudulent use and possession of identifying information and felon in possession of a firearm. Authorities noted that Trujillo was already out on bond for a separate mail theft incident that occurred in Sugar Land, TX, in January 2025.

The investigation into this mail theft ring is ongoing, and law enforcement anticipates that additional charges may be filed in the future.

Acting Inspector in Charge Shameka P. Jackson of the USPIS Houston Division expressed gratitude for the collaborative effort, stating, “The U.S. Postal Inspection Service values our law enforcement partners for supporting our mission and extends our appreciation to the Houston Police Department Patrol Units and Major Offenders Division, as well as the Sugar Land Police Department for their assistance with ensuring these fugitives and mail thieves are brought to justice.”

Authorities remind the public that criminal charges are merely allegations, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Anyone who believes they may have been a victim of mail theft is encouraged to contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 877-876-2455 or through their website at https://www.uspis.gov/report.