Sydney Australia Post worker jailed for stealing bank cards
Mauro Paul Coluzzi stole dozens of bank cards from secure mail over 15 months. He defrauded customers and their banks of more than $100,000.
The 57-year-old postal worker targeted cards on his delivery beat in Sydney's eastern suburbs. Over 15 months, he and two accomplices systematically stole cards.
They made fraudulent purchases and cash withdrawals. Coluzzi personally obtained nearly $30,000 in goods and cash.
This included two 24-carat gold bracelets bought just 12 hours before his arrest. Coluzzi also bought phones, tablets, gaming gift cards and groceries.
Coluzzi's gambling losses spiralled over years. This put repeated strain on his marriage.
Judge Jillian Kiely said his breach of trust in the secure mail system hurt public trust in Australia Post. She said prison time was unavoidable.
He was sentenced to jail until December 2027.
- Mauro Paul Coluzzi
- Worker
- 57 years old
- Age
- 15 months
- Duration of theft
- Over $100,000
- Total fraud amount
Why it mattersThis case shows a breach of trust when postal workers access secure mail. It also shows how unchecked addiction can drive serious crime.
AustraliaAustralian families relying on bank cards and parcels through the mail now know Australia Post has strengthened security procedures to prevent similar theft.
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