2019 Mexico Annual Cargo Theft Report

Report Highlights:

• Cargo theft in 2019 decreased by 1% from 2018, increased 16% from 2017
• State of Mexico and Puebla account for 59% of cargo theft across Mexico
• Hijackings dominate as preferred M.O. for cargo thieves
• Most cargo thefts happen while vehicle is In-Transit
• Food & Drinks, Chemicals and Building & Industrial are the most stolen product types
• Mexico Ring Road (CEM) continues to rank as Severe for risk of cargo theft
• Trends indicate cargo thefts will become increasingly violent in 2020
• Companies advised to develop security programs aimed at crime prevention to mitigate risk