Truck Parking Club hits major milestone with 1,000 property locations across 46 states, providing 24,000 parking spaces for truckers nationwide. CEO Evan Shelley shares the company's journey and ambitious plans for expansion.
CargoNet warns of rising Labor Day cargo theft risks. Here are some hotspots, targeted items, and security tips to safeguard your shipments this holiday weekend.
Labor Day's coming, and so are the thieves. Here's what you need to look out for:
Theft Hotspots
California, Texas, and Florida are hotspots for theft at the moment.
San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Dallas, and Cook County are the areas that need to be on high alert.
What's Hot (for Thieves)
Electronics (TVs, computers)
Appliances
Vehicle parts
Where Crime Happens
Warehouses
Truck stops
Big retail parking lots
Key Trends
Friday before Labor Day are peak theft days
2022-2023 were a record high in theft levels
Traditional theft still outpaces fraud schemes
Some Big Heist From Previous Labor Days
$1,088,983 in seafood stolen from Sioux City, IA
$800,000 in footwear stolen from Memphis, TN
$713,000 in apparel and accessories stolen from Eastvale, CA
$500,000 in air purification machines stolen from North Las Vegas, NV
$439,484 in hair dryers stolen from Ontario, CA
Data was analyzed by CargoNet the Thursday before Labor Day to the Wednesday after Labor Day, 2019-2023
Stay Sharp:
Don't leave loaded trucks unattended
Beef up security in high-risk areas
Keep an eye out over the whole holiday week
Remember: Many thefts go unnoticed until after the holiday. CargoNet's analysis of 179 incidents over five years shows a clear pattern. They're urging logistics pros to "implement enhanced security protocols" during Labor Day week.
The Bottom line is clear: Stay vigilant, secure your cargo, and enjoy your holiday – but keep one eye on your shipments
Hello! I'm Jerome FreightCaviar! I’m into the politics of freight and the impact it will have worldwide. I'm always eager to learn more. Follow me on X @JeromeFreightC
Recent incidents in NJ and Chicago reveal bold new tactics in cargo theft. Experts warn of increasing violence as $1M+ meat heist ring busted and driver narrowly escapes confrontation.
Canned tuna stolen from parked semi in South Philly. Part of ongoing cargo theft trend. Police warn truckers to stay alert and report suspicious activity.
Keep up with the freight broker world in 5 minutes.
Join over 12K+ subscribers to get the latest freight news and entertainment directly in your inbox for free. Subscribe & be sure to check your inbox to confirm (and your spam folder just in case).
