Charges Filed in Major Mail Theft and Forgery Case in Ohio County

Investigators confirmed victims experienced missing or delayed mail, including checks and other critical financial documents.

Cheyanne Bradley and Evan Hensley.

(Ohio County, Ind.) - On January 22, charges were filed against Cheyanne Seina Bradley and Evan James Joel Hensley following an investigation into widespread mail theft and financial fraud affecting residents throughout Ohio and Switzerland Counties.

The investigation revealed that a copious pieces of undelivered mail were taken from postal routes and brought into a private residence, where checks, credit cards, and other financial documents were opened and used for personal gain. The Ohio County Sheriff’s Department recovered large quantities of stolen mail and financial instruments belonging to numerous victims.

Cheyanne Seina Bradley, a postal employee at the time, is alleged to have knowingly removed undelivered mail from her assigned routes, while Evan James Joel Hensley is accused of opening that mail and committing acts of theft and forgery. Investigators confirmed that victims experienced missing or delayed mail, including checks and other critical financial documents.

“This case involves a profound breach of public trust,” stated Prosecutor Lynn Deddens. “People depend on the mail for their financial security and peace of mind. When that trust is violated, it impacts an entire community.”

Numerous charges were filed against the Defendants including Theft, Conspiracy to Commit Forgery, Corrupt Business Influence and Official Misconduct.

Both Defendants received their Initial Hearings. Their next hearing date is a pre-trial set for February 20th, 2026.