A former postal worker in New Orleans has been indicted for delaying United States mail, according to an announcement from United States Attorney David I. Courcelle. Demesmen Perria, 28, was charged on February 6, 2026, under Title 18, United States Code, Section 1703(a).
Court documents state that on or about July 14, 2025, Perria, then employed by the United States Postal Service, allegedly delayed mail by dumping undelivered items within the Eastern District of Louisiana.
If convicted of this offense, Perria could face up to five years in prison, a fine as high as $250,000, up to three years of supervised release following any term of imprisonment, and a mandatory $100 special assessment fee.
United States Attorney Courcelle emphasized the presumption of innocence for the defendant: “An indictment is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.”
Courcelle also commended the investigative efforts: “U.S. Attorney Courcelle praised the work of the United States Postal Service, Office of the Inspector General, in investigating this matter.” The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Duane A. Evans from the General Crimes Unit.
