Brazil 2018 Annual Cargo Theft Report

Report Highlights:

• Cargo theft in São Paulo decreased 28% from Q4-2017
• Cargo theft in Rio de Janeiro decreased 28% from Q4-2017
• Miscellaneous and Food & Drinks most stolen product types
• Hijacking continues to dominate methods for cargo theft
• Most cargo thefts occur in the morning hours and in urban areas
• Cargo theft risk remains high despite decreased numbers
• Police action has helped reduce thefts in São Paulo
• Newly elected government promised to vigorously fight crime and corruption