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On November 5, 2024, Overhaul executed the recovery of a full truckload of televisions. Thieves had stolen the shipment from outside its destination in Fontana, CA.
The driver for the shipment, which originated in Fort Worth, arrived early to the set delivery appointment. For this reason, he was turned away at approximately 9am. The driver then drove the load to Jurupa Valley to stage it until the following day’s appointment. The shipment was later stolen during daylight hours from the staged location and taken to Riverside.
The private Overhaul Response Team on the ground coordinated with the LE Connect team to identify the stolen trailer. To do so, the teams utilized pictures of the equipment taken at origin. They then engaged the Fontana PD and the Riverside SO, who quickly located the trailer, which was heavily remarked and graffitied. After confirming the load was intact, they executed a full recovery of televisions worth $329,000.
In addition to being remarked, the trailer also had an SUV pulled up so close to the rear of the trailer that it obscured the license plate and seals. The license plate had also been covered, with the original plate still in place under a replacement license plate.
Overhaul would like to recognize and thank both the Fontana PD and Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. Their diligent work, cooperation, and dedication in pursuit of this stolen cargo was fundamental in its successful recovery.
Tips for preventing electronics theft
Overhaul recommends that shippers of targeted and high-demand or high-value products, such as electronics, employ as many visibility solutions as able. They should also brief drivers on contextual intelligence as it applies to their route. Additionally, drivers should be on the lookout for suspicious activity, including signs of being followed from origin or signs of surveillance at all stop locations. Team drivers should never leave the load unattended, even for a short period of time.
If possible, when stopping, the trailer should be parked in a well-lit and visible area, if a solid surface to back up to is not available. Drivers should also maintain communication with dispatch and/or a remote monitoring center when traveling through or stopping in a high-risk area.
Global intelligence experts, remote compliance monitoring, and real-time visibility are important for finding and recovering stolen cargo. Immediate escalation and a clear path to effective law enforcement engagement are also key.
How Overhaul protects electronics shipments
Overhaul delivers visibility and risk management in real time to spot risks, prevent theft, and aid in recovery. Our team works with shipments of all sizes and product types, and our global intelligence means worldwide support. We’re also skilled at handling the unique risks that come with televisions and other electronics products. Our holistic solution not only stops electronics theft but also ensures product quality while helping you meet your KPIs.
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