Cargo Theft Surges in Q2 2025: Over $61 Million in Losses as Criminal Tactics Evolve
The U.S. supply chain faced another major security challenge this past quarter, with cargo theft losses surpassing $61.6 million between April and June 2025. According to the Second Quarter Supply Chain Risk Trends Analysis released by logistics security firm CargoNet, thefts are not just becoming more frequent—they’re also getting smarter, more targeted, and more coordinated than ever before. The 884 recorded cargo theft incidents during Q2 2025 represent a 13% increase over the same period in 2024, and a 10% jump from the first quarter of 2025. These numbers aren’t simply a reflection of petty theft or isolated criminal activity; they highlight a growing sophistication among organized crime groups actively exploiting vulnerabilities in freight transport and logistics. Where It’s Happening: Key Hotspots for Theft CargoNet’s report indicates that more than half of the reported thefts—53%—occurred in just three states: California Illinois Texas These are not surp...