October 31, 2024 #1 Local News, Forum, Information and Event Source for Venice Beach, California.

Man Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Prison for Robbery Spree of USPS Carriers

Elvyn Antonio Rodriguez charged in connection to 2021 spree

A Nicaraguan national illegally residing in the United States has been sentenced to 135 months in federal prison for a two-week crime spree in which he robbed five United States Postal Service (USPS) employees – and fired a handgun so close to one victim that it caused him to suffer a ruptured eardrum, the Justice Department announced this week.

Elvyn Antonio Rodriguez, 22, a.k.a. Elvyn Meneses Rodriguez, a transient who has lived in various locations in the San Fernando Valley, was sentenced late Wednesday afternoon by United States District Judge Dolly M. Gee, who also ordered him to pay $2,825 in restitution to the USPS and two mail carriers.

Rodriguez pleaded guilty on March 15 to three counts of robbery of mail and property of the United States and one count of aggravated identity theft.

From April 30 until May 14, 2021, Rodriguez robbed five USPS employees in Encino, North Hills, Van Nuys and West Los Angeles, pointing a firearm at them and stealing their personal belongings, including their cell phones, credit cards and the keys to their USPS trucks. Rodriguez then used the victims’ credit cards at retailers, where he purchased various items including clothing, BB guns, a watch, a glass pipe, and gasoline.

In the fifth robbery on May 14, 2021, Rodriguez, carrying a semi-automatic firearm, approached a USPS mail carrier in West Los Angeles and demanded his wallet. When the victim refused, Rodriguez cocked his firearm. Rodriguez and the victim then struggled over the firearm. During the struggle, Rodriguez fired the weapon in close proximity to the victim’s head, leaving gunshot residue on the victim’s shoulder. Rodriguez then stole mail from the victim and fled in a stolen Chevrolet Malibu along with an accomplice. A .40-caliber casing was recovered at the robbery’s location.

As a result of the gun discharge, the victim was transported to a hospital and was treated for a ruptured eardrum.

Rodriguez, who has been in federal custody since May 2021, caused USPS a loss of at least $1,805, one victim a loss of $60 and another victim a loss of $960.

“While [Rodriguez] enriched himself at the expense of his victims, they remained traumatized and forever impacted by [his] actions,” prosecutors argued in a sentencing memorandum.

The United States Postal Inspection Service and the Los Angeles Police Department investigated this matter.

Special Assistant United States Attorney Kyle W. Kahan of the General Crimes Section prosecuted this case.

in News
Related Posts

Governor Gavin Newsom Allocates $827 Million to Combat Homelessness Statewide

October 30, 2024

October 30, 2024

New Funding Aims To Create Housing, Expand Shelters, Enhance Support Services Governor Gavin Newsom announced $827 million in new state...

Big Blue Bus to Unveil New Dog Park with Community Celebration

October 30, 2024

October 30, 2024

Attendees Can Enter Their Pets in a Doggie Fall Fashion Show, With Prizes From Local Businesses The City of Santa...

Petition Launched to Stop Sale of Venice’s Friendship Baptist Church

October 30, 2024

October 30, 2024

Congregants were recently made aware that the church property at 606 Broadway Street was listed for sale Members of Venice’s...

(Video) Home Front Build Maintains Original Architectural Vision For Modern Homes

October 29, 2024

October 29, 2024

For More Information, Go to homefrontbuild.com @yovenicenews Home Front Build Adapts Original Vision of Architect Into Modern Structures #home #construction...

OPINION: Unpacking the Social Inequities of a Gentrified Paradise

October 29, 2024

October 29, 2024

Gentrification, as Noel Seriale Writes, Is at the Root of How Venice Faces Displacement, Deepening Income Inequality, Homelessness, and a...

At Vistamar School – Discover the way high school should be

October 29, 2024

October 29, 2024

Students achieve remarkable outcomes with our strong academics, small classes, and personalized approach. Our graduates don’t just attend college—they excel....

Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder in Alleged Attack on Valet and Six Others

October 29, 2024

October 29, 2024

Man Faces Multiple Charges After a Series of Assaults That Left Seven Injured Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón...

Sixth Annual SoCal Poetry Festival Set For Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center

October 28, 2024

October 28, 2024

The Event Will Feature Performances, Readings, and Workshops With Prominent Southern California Poets The sixth annual Southern California Poetry Festival,...

Venice Shorts: Eclectic Bikini & Wrap Gallery Offers Beach Goers Chic & Cool

October 28, 2024

October 28, 2024

The Fashion King Gallery, Formerly Known as Shop Fashion Factory, Is Where Fashion and Art Meet By Nick Antonicello Nestled...

SMPD Seek Witnesses Following Fatal DUI Beach Incident

October 28, 2024

October 28, 2024

The SMPD Major Accident Response Team Is Actively Investigating the Circumstances of the Incident The Santa Monica Police Department is...

California Expands Film Tax Credit Program to $750 Million in Bid to Keep Hollywood Productions Local

October 28, 2024

October 28, 2024

Governor Newsom Announces Historic Tax Credit Increase to Boost California’s Film Industry In a long-awaited move to boost California’s film...

Woman’s Club of Playa del Rey to Host 4th Annual Farmer’s Market

October 27, 2024

October 27, 2024

Proceeds Will Benefit the Club’s Scholarship Fund, Which Supports Educational Opportunities for Women The Woman’s Club of Playa del Rey...

Venice Shorts: Freddie Freeman’s Walk-off Grand Slam Secured by Local

October 27, 2024

October 27, 2024

Fifth-Grade Venetian Now Part of Baseball History at Dodger Stadium Friday Night By Nick Antonicello Being in the right place...

LA District Attorney Recommends Resentencing for Menendez Brothers After 35 Years in Prison

October 25, 2024

October 25, 2024

Menendez Brothers Could Be Resentenced as LA DA Cites Rehabilitation and Trauma as Factors Los Angeles County District Attorney George...

The Party Continues With LA Dodger Hour, Pumpkin Pizza Parties, and Spooky French Pastries

October 25, 2024

October 25, 2024

The Rose Venice, Ronan, and Artelice Patisserie Have Delicious Fun Waiting for You The Rose Venice will be showing the Dodgers’...