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Cargo theft remains elevated across U.S. and Mexico as organized crime adapts
- The fourth-quarter cargo theft level stayed high across North America, with organized groups adapting their methods.
- The U.S. theft hotspots include rail corridors near Los Angeles, Chicago and Memphis.
- Mexico remains a cargo theft epicenter, with the scale shifting between regions.
- Rail theft is a top concern as gangs exploit long trains, remote routes and limited monitoring.
- Insider involvement remains a persistent risk across supply chains.
- Freight at rest is at risk; theft rises during custody changes and handoffs.
- Criminals use spoofed paperwork and impersonation to steal cargo during handoffs.
- Law enforcement expands use of helicopters, drones and tech to fight theft near rail yards.
- Cargo-security firms report growing theft of electronics, appliances and consumer goods.
- The report notes data gaps hinder real-time visibility across modes.
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