Mexico Q1-2017 Cargo Theft Report

Report Highlights:

• Highest risk areas in Mexico concentrated in central, western and southeastern regions and highways, specifically Veracruz, Michoacan, Puebla and State of Mexico
• Significant rise in cargo thefts in Q1-2017 vs Q1-2016
• Hijackings dominate as preferred M.O. for cargo thieves
• Most cargo thefts happen while vehicle is In-Transit
• Miscellaneous and Food & Drinks are the most stolen product types
• Analysis of major highways that dominate cargo theft in the country
• Recommendations for mitigating risk