Overview
- Investigators served 13 search warrants across Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties during a two-month operation.
- Nine suspects were taken into custody on allegations including grand theft cargo, money laundering and receiving stolen property.
- Recovered goods ranged from TVs, power tools and appliances to golf carts, ATVs and plush toys.
- The Sheriff's Department said roughly 36 companies were hit, naming retailers and brands such as Costco, Disney, Monster Energy, Dollar General and Marshalls.
- LASD’s Organized Retail Crimes Task Force worked with its Cargo Criminal Apprehension Team, Burglary and Robbery Task Force and with local and federal partners.