On December 27, 2025, in Escambia County, Florida, USPS driver William White Jr., 41, delivered a package to the wrong address on Kingfisher Way. A 10-year-old boy at that home noticed the error, placed the package on his electric scooter, and headed to the correct neighbor. White saw the child, mistook him for a thief, and intentionally drove his USPS vehicle toward him, running over the scooter after the boy jumped to safety and injured his ankle.​
Police Response and Charges
Florida Highway Patrol investigated, deeming the act intentional rather than accidental, as stated by Capt. Jason King. White grabbed the damaged scooter, loaded it onto his truck, yelled at the boy, and fled after confrontation with the boy’s family, later discarding the scooter nearby. He was arrested on December 31, 2025, charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon (felony), petit theft, and criminal mischief.​
Current Status
White posted a $5,500 bond and was released from Escambia County Jail. USPS confirmed his employment since 2025 and stated the Postal Inspection Service is investigating alongside local authorities, without commenting on personnel issues. A court date was noted around early January 2026, such as a Monday at 2 p.m., though specifics remain unconfirmed in recent reports.​
