From Border Patrol to Fighting Crime in the Mail | Retired USPS Inspector Darin Solmon

🎥 Episode 34 Join retired United States Postal Inspector Darin Solmon as he shares his incredible journey from growing up in Idaho to serving in the Border Patrol and eventually becoming a federal agent with the oldest law enforcement agency in the nation—the US Postal Inspection Service. Discover the high-stakes world of postal investigations, including drug interdictions, mail fraud, child exploitation cases, and even anthrax threats. Darin’s stories from the field, his insights into law enforcement, and his perspective on balancing career and family make this a must-watch for true crime enthusiasts, aspiring law enforcement officers, and anyone curious about the hidden side of the postal system. 👍 Like, Subscribe & Hit the Bell for more true crime & law enforcement insights! To watch more interviews with retired and active duty cops and law enforcement, watch here:    / @reasonsweserve   VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - History of the Oldest Law Enforcement Agency 00:03:46 - Growing Up in Southern Idaho 00:06:58 - Early Career Aspirations and Education 00:09:50 - Joining the Border Patrol 00:12:44 - Experiences on the Border Patrol 00:15:34 - Transition to Postal Inspector 00:18:39 - Training at the Postal Inspection Academy 00:21:51 - Duties of a Postal Inspector 00:24:53 - Challenges and Risks in Puerto Rico 00:28:15 - Corruption and Collaboration with Other Agencies 00:31:18 - Career Progression and Responsibilities 00:34:20 - Assessment and Selection Process for Inspectors 00:37:21 - Working on the Anthrax Task Force 00:40:18 - Investigating High-Profile Cases 00:43:29 - Dealing with Internal Crimes and Fraud 00:46:37 - Handling Drug Cases and Control Deliveries 00:49:34 - Balancing Workload and Family Life 00:52:47 - Impact of Career on Personal Views 00:55:49 - Maintaining Perspective and Managing Stress