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Police launch first-of-its-kind national crackdown on train cargo theft

Police launch first-of-its-kind national crackdown on train cargo theft

Summary

Federal agents, railroad police, and local law enforcement in over two dozen states worked together in a nationwide operation to stop train cargo theft. They used special infrared drone cameras to catch thieves stealing goods from trains.

Key Facts

  • The crackdown was the first national operation focused on cargo theft from trains.
  • Law enforcement from more than 24 states took part.
  • The operation used infrared drone cameras to track suspects at night.
  • Cargo theft from trains has become a growing problem.
  • The effort targeted both the tracks and nearby highways.
  • The operation was coordinated by federal agents and railroad police.
  • The goal was to reduce the theft of goods transported by train.
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