Australia Post worker jailed for stealing bank cards to fund gambling addiction
Mauro Paul Coluzzi and two associates defrauded customers and banks of more than $130,000.
An Australia Post worker was jailed until December 2027 after stealing dozens of bank cards to fund a gambling addiction, a court heard. Mauro Paul Coluzzi led two criminal syndicates that used the stolen cards to purchase gold jewellery, phones, and online gaming gift cards.
Coluzzi and his associates defrauded customers and banks of more than $130,000 combined. His family members were present in court during sentencing.
Sources
- Australia Post worker stole dozens of bank cards to fund ‘debilitating’ gambling addiction — The Guardian — World
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