Judge Sentences Pair for Rochester Postal Robbery
A federal judge sentenced Malik McCray and Shyasia McCullough for a 2023 robbery targeting a letter carrier.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Property Crime
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Malik McCray received a 32-month prison sentence for his role in robbing a postal worker on Lake Avenue in Rochester. His accomplice, Shyasia McCullough, was previously sentenced to one year in prison for her involvement in the crime.
Why it matters
The robbery was carried out specifically to obtain a postal key from the victim. The successful prosecution highlights federal efforts to curb targeted attacks against postal employees.
Malik McCray pleaded guilty to the robbery on October 21, 2025, resulting in his 32-month sentence. Shyasia McCullough served a one-year sentence and was released from federal custody by September 25, 2026.
The players
Malik McCray
He is the individual who pleaded guilty to robbing a postal worker in Rochester.
Shyasia McCullough
She participated in the robbery by waiting in a getaway vehicle and coordinating via text message.
Frank Geraci
He is the federal judge who presided over the sentencing of Malik McCray.
The details
McCray approached the letter carrier on Lake Avenue while McCullough waited in a getaway vehicle. McCullough facilitated the crime by sending a text message to McCray to initiate the robbery.
Timeline
June 5, 2023: The postal worker was robbed on Lake Avenue in Rochester.
June 9, 2023: McCray and McCullough were taken into custody in Gates.
October 21, 2025: McCray entered a guilty plea for the robbery.
December 17, 2025: Prosecutors announced the sentence for McCullough.
September 25, 2026: McCullough was no longer in federal custody.
Legal Context
The sentencing follows established guidelines under the federal statutes governing the robbery of postal employees. This case reflects ongoing judicial efforts to address violent crimes targeting mail carriers within the Rochester region.
This case underscores the security risks faced by local postal workers during their daily routes. Residents should be aware that federal agencies prioritize the investigation and prosecution of crimes involving mail delivery services.
The takeaway
Postal workers are protected under federal law when performing their official duties. Those who threaten these employees face significant prison time as demonstrated by the sentencing of these two individuals.
Further reading
Find more information on local criminal investigations in the Property Crime section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WHAM.
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