Crime & Safetyscore 1958·13 metrosupdated 2h ago

Oklahoma Man Charged for Mailing Hoax Powder Letters to Election Officials

Robin Martin faces federal charges after allegedly sending hundreds of letters containing harmless white powder to government officials ahead of the 2024 and 2026 elections. The FBI is investigating the case as part of a broader inquiry into suspicious mailings nationwide.

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PhiladelphiaHampton RoadsDC / Maryland / VirginiaLos AngelesColumbia, SCDetroitBaltimoreBostonNew YorkChicagoAtlantaRichmondMiami–Ft. LauderdaleLexington, KY

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