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Growing broker/carrier identity theft schemes reaping millions
Business identity theft in the trucking industry is growing and perpetrators are impersonating both carriers and brokers to move loads and pocket the payments.
March 9, 2020
Business
Cargo theft firms warn against increased theft activity during July 4 holiday period
CargoNet recommends truck drivers avoid leaving cargo unattended in high-theft areas such as Los Angeles, Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago, Atlanta and Miami. The firm also suggests parking in high-security locations with security devices, secure fences and high-visibility lighting.
June 28, 2019
Business
Cargo theft trends shift as thieves alter approach
CargoNet reports that in the first quarter of 2019, there was a total of 140 cargo thefts, a 22 percent decrease from 2018’s first quarter. The firm also notes that the average cargo value per theft during the quarter was $145,772 for a total estimated cost of $12.8 million.
April 22, 2019
Business
Cargo thefts down 19 percent in 2018
SensiGuard recently reported that cargo theft numbers were down 19% in 2018. Get more details on the cargo theft report right here on Overdrive Online.
February 15, 2019
Business
FBI seeks public’s help in locating stolen Florida trailer
The FBI is asking for anyone in the public to come forward with information regarding a tractor-trailer that was stolen from Tampa, Florida. More details here.
February 13, 2019
Voices
Truck thief! Caught on dual-view dashcam
After installing dual-view cameras in their trucks, reps of the Madison, Ala., location of the Danella construction company were greeted early one morning with what was clearly a break-in at the yard — the thief, soon caught, was recorded in these videos driving away, among other footage, a gold mine for police.
November 30, 2018
Business
Secure trucks, cargo to prevent Thanksgiving cargo theft
SensiGuard says over the last five Thanksgiving periods, which run from the Tuesday before the holiday through the Tuesday after, it has seen just under three thefts per day, which is 26 percent higher than the average rate throughout the year.
November 16, 2018
Business
Cargo theft volume down, value up in third quarter
SensiGuard recorded 157 thefts in 2018’s third quarter worth an average of $160,858 per loss event. CargoNet, during the same period, recorded 188 cargo thefts with an average value of $143,949.
November 1, 2018
Business
Trucking rap sheet: Trucking co. owner charged in high-profile truck-bus crash
News outlets in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Idaho and Alberta, Canada, reported on the sentences handed out in four trucking-related crimes. Learn more here.
October 11, 2018
Business
Be wary of increased cargo theft activity during Labor Day weekend
CargoNet says truckers can protect their trucks and cargo by avoiding leaving their equipment unattended in metropolitan areas and by using secured lots with high-visibility lighting, secure fences and security.
August 29, 2018
Business
Cargo theft incidents decline again in second quarter
CargoNet reports there were 157 cargo thefts during the quarter with an average value per theft of $186,779 for a total estimated loss of $29.3 million.
July 24, 2018
Channel 19
Tracknstop company enables remote truck stopping in the event of theft or malicious use
The Tracknstop device helps combat cargo theft by cutting off the fuel supply to the engine, effectively, bringing the truck to a stop.
June 11, 2018
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