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Discovered mail vehicle believed to be stolen by man wanted by FBI

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The U.S. Marshals Service and the FBI say a New Jersey man accused of threatening President Donald Trump and police officers on Facebook may have stolen a Kentucky mail vehicle.

According to the FBI, Christy posted threats between June 3 and June 12, saying he was going to shoot Trump and use “lethal force” on any law enforcement officer attempting to detain him.

Shawn R. Christy

The U.S. Marshals Service said Christy allegedly stole a dark color 2001 Jeep Cherokee mail vehicle with a Kentucky license plate “095 WYT.” The vehicle was captured on Interstate 64 near Huntington.

Authorities said Christy should be considered armed and dangerous. He is described as 5 feet 10 inches, 165 pounds and having brown hair, and green eyes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the U.S. Marshals Service at 877-926-8332.