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Malaysian Reserve
15-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
NICB President and CEO David J. Glawe Testifies to U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary on Unprecedented Threat of Cargo Theft
Glawe Urges Passage of Combating Organized Retail Crime Act OAK BROOK, Ill., July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — David J. Glawe, President and CEO of the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the nation's leading non-profit association dedicated to preventing insurance fraud and crime, testified Tuesday before the United States Senate Committee on the Judiciary in its hearing, 'Beyond the Smash and Grab: Criminal Networks and Organized Theft.' The hearing focused on bolstering federal efforts to dismantle transnational crime rings which drove an unprecedented surge in cargo theft in recent years and highlighted the need for Congress to adopt the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA). In his testimony, Glawe leveraged NICB's unique position at the intersection of the insurance industry and law enforcement, as well as his more than three decades of law enforcement and national security experience, to highlight how cargo theft has escalated to historic levels and become a vector for transnational criminal activity. 'Most cargo thefts are not the result of small operations, rather they are committed by well-funded, sophisticated criminal businesses,' Glawe said. 'These criminal networks are exploiting supply chain vulnerabilities and abusing new technologies to finance other illicit activities, including drug and weapons trafficking and terrorism. The impacts are felt on kitchen tables across the country through higher prices.' Six to eight incidents of cargo theft occur every day, with an average value per theft of more than $200,000. In the last 18 months, NICB has assisted in over 240 cargo crime investigations, leading to more than 70 recoveries valued at nearly $40 million. Since 2022, NICB has opened an average of 150 commercial cargo crime cases per year. NICB agents play a crucial role in coordinating with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as NICB member insurance companies, to aid in investigations of organized crime and other bad actors involved in cargo theft. Key points emphasized in Glawe's testimony: The U.S. is experiencing a historic spike in cargo thefts: The value of stolen merchandise and estimated losses broke the $1 billion mark for the first time in 2023, going on to increase 27% in 2024. These figures are projected to increase another 22% by the end of 2025. Transnational criminal organizations are reaping the rewards: Through cyber-enabled logistics manipulation and new methods of identity theft, cargo theft has gone unchecked for too long. Stolen goods are often used to fund darker criminal enterprises: Items ranging from everyday consumer goods to high-end luxury are sold in illicit markets, fueling drug trafficking, arms dealing and terrorism. NICB and law enforcement collaborate closely to counter cargo theft: NICB's special agents and intelligence analysts maintain strong relationships with federal, state and local law enforcement to investigate and dismantle organized cargo theft rings to recover stolen goods. Support for CORCA (S. 1404): Glawe reaffirmed NICB's support for the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act to expand federal coordination and enforcement capabilities in investigations of interstate and transnational theft. Voices across the private and public sectors joined together to acknowledge that the only way to stop cargo theft is through a concerted effort from all affected industries, levels of law enforcement, policymakers and the public. The committee also heard testimony from Donna Lemm, Chief Strategy Officer at IMC Logistics, Scott McBride, Chief Global Asset Protection Officer at American Eagle Outfitters, and Summer Stephan, District Attorney of San Diego County and President of The National District Attorneys Association. If you suspect potential cargo theft, call local law enforcement, your insurance carrier and NICB's hotline at 1-800-TEL-NICB. To learn how to help deter cargo theft visit About the National Insurance Crime Bureau: Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) is the nation's leading not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to combatting and preventing insurance crime through Intelligence, Analytics, and Operations; Education and Crime Prevention; and Strategy, Policy, and Advocacy. NICB is supported by more than 1,200 property and casualty insurance companies and self-insured organizations. To learn more, visit
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ohio saw a decrease in vehicle thefts in 2024. See which models get stolen most often
Vehicle thefts went down in Ohio last year. The National Insurance Crime Bureau reported a 17% decrease in vehicle thefts nationwide, a drop bringing the total to pre-pandemic levels. In Ohio, vehicle thefts dropped as well, falling by more than 7,000 compared to 2023. The nation dropped below 1 million thefts for the first time since 2021, according to a news release. 'The overall decrease in stolen vehicles nationwide is a testament to the hard work and collaboration between law enforcement, multi-jurisdictional auto theft task forces, governing bodies, vehicle manufacturers and NICB,' National Insurance Crime Bureau President and CEO David J. Glawe said in a prepared statement. 'Collectively, these groups used data and intelligence to develop actionable strategies to help local authorities investigate and prosecute offenders and to prevent vehicle theft from occurring in the first place.' The nationwide drop is the largest annual decrease in stolen vehicles in the last 40 years. Ohio had 24,597 vehicle thefts last year, compared to 31,880 in 2023. The percentage decrease is higher than the national one, with the state thefts falling by 23%. The bureau reported 850,708 vehicles were stolen last year. In 2023, 1,020,729 were stolen. In 2024, the Hyundai Elantra was stolen more than any other car, with 31,712 thefts reported. Here's a look at the top five most stolen cars for the year: Hyundai Elantra: 31,712 Hyundai Sonata: 26,720 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: 21,666 Honda Accord: 18,539 Kia Optima: 17,493 Washington tops the list, as thefts dropped 32% last year compared to 2023. Here are the states that had the biggest decreases in vehicle thefts last year: Washington: 32% Nevada: 31% Oregon: 30% Nebraska: 29% Colorado: 26% Here are the states with the highest rates of vehicle theft last year, per 100,000 people: District of Columbia: 842.4 California: 463.21 New Mexico: 458.24 Colorado: 430.04 Nevada: 394.42 Here's what the National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends for preventing against vehicle theft: Do not leave your keys in your vehicle Do not leave the area while your vehicle is running Park in well-lit areas Close and lock all windows and doors when you park Hide valuables out of sight, such as in the glove box or trunk If your vehicle is stolen, call law enforcement and your insurer immediately. Reporting a vehicle as soon as possible after it is stolen increases the chance of recovery This article originally appeared on The Repository: Vehicle thefts drop in Ohio. Which vehicles get stolen most often?
Associated Press
18-03-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Vehicle Thefts in United States Fell 17% in 2024
Largest Decrease in Stolen Vehicles in Last 40 Years OAK BROOK, Ill., March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- After four years of surging vehicle thefts, the number of stolen vehicles in the United States fell to pre-pandemic levels in 2024. Thefts nationwide decreased 17% from 2023 to 2024, dropping below the one million mark for the first time since 2021 and marking the largest annual decrease in stolen vehicles in the last 40 years, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the nation's leading not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to identifying, investigating, preventing, and deterring insurance fraud and crime. 'The overall decrease in stolen vehicles nationwide is a testament to the hard work and collaboration between law enforcement, multi-jurisdictional auto theft task forces, governing bodies, vehicle manufacturers, and NICB,' said David J. Glawe, President and CEO of NICB. 'Collectively, these groups used data and intelligence to develop actionable strategies to help local authorities investigate and prosecute offenders and to prevent vehicle theft from occurring in the first place.' NICB assisted thousands of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in 2024 on theft investigations, aiding in the identification of complex vehicle theft rings and the recovery of hundreds of thousands of stolen vehicles across the United States. Last year, 850,708 vehicles were stolen nationwide, marking a significant decline from the recent historic peak of 1,020,729 thefts in 2023. Washington, Nevada, and Oregon led the nation with the largest decreases in vehicle thefts year over year. Top 5 States by Percent Decrease in Vehicle Thefts Between 2023 and 2024 # State Percent Change 1 Washington -32 % 2 Nevada -31 % 3 Oregon -30 % 4 Nebraska -29 % 5 Colorado -26 % Maine experienced the nation's only increase in vehicle thefts in 2024, increasing 2% over the year prior. The District of Columbia, despite an 18% decrease in total vehicle thefts, still experienced the nation's highest theft rate with 842.4 thefts per 100,000 residents – over three times the national average of 250.2 thefts per 100,000 residents. Colorado, on the other hand, broke a four-year trend of being the state with the highest vehicle theft rate. Top 5 States with Highest Vehicle Theft Rate (per 100,000 People) # State 2024 Thefts 2023 Thefts 1 District of Columbia 842.40 1,149.71 2 California 463.21 534.49 3 New Mexico 458.24 489.67 4 Colorado 430.04 583.25 5 Nevada 394.42 572.70 Two Hyundai sedan models were the most stolen vehicles in 2024, followed by a Chevrolet pickup truck model. Top 5 Vehicle Makes and Models Most Stolen in 2024 # Vehicle Make/Model 2024 Thefts 1 Hyundai Elantra 31,712 2 Hyundai Sonata 26,720 3 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 21,666 4 Honda Accord 18,539 5 Kia Optima 17,493 To prevent vehicle thefts from occurring, NICB recommends the following tips: Do not leave your keys in your vehicle Do not leave the area while your vehicle is running Park in well-lit areas Close and lock all windows and doors when you park Hide valuables out of sight, such as in the glove box or trunk If your vehicle is stolen, call law enforcement and your insurer immediately. Reporting a vehicle as soon as possible after it is stolen increases the chance of recovery If you believe you have been a victim of fraud, call NICB at 1-800-TEL-NICB or visit About the National Insurance Crime Bureau: Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) is the nation's leading not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to combatting and preventing insurance crime through Intelligence, Analytics, and Operations; Education and Crime Prevention; and Strategy, Policy, and Advocacy. NICB is supported by more than 1,200 property and casualty insurance companies and self-insured organizations. To learn more, visit
