Why this matters to buyers
Buyers shipping high-value goods face increased financial risk per incident, even as the frequency of theft events declines.
Recommended buyer actions
- Enhance security protocols and insurance coverage for high-value shipments.
- Verify carrier and broker credentials to mitigate fraud risks.
Original source context
Cargo theft is down 26% in 2025—but the value of stolen freight has doubled. Danielle Spinelli of GenLogs breaks down why fraud rings are shifting to higher-value loads, how sold MCs and pattern changes get flagged, and what brokers and carriers should watch now. This FreightWaves Today segment covers the latest CargoNet data, real-world fraud […] The post Cargo Theft Changed: Fewer Loads, Higher-Dollar Targets appeared first on FreightWaves.
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