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Five Arrested as LA Task Force Recovers Over $5 Million in Allegedly Stolen Cargo Equipment

Police say the coordinated probe targets VIN fraud schemes tied to organized cargo theft that endanger the region’s supply chain.

Overview

  • Detectives executed three search warrants on Feb. 18 at sites in Corona, Compton and Wilmington as part of the ongoing investigation.
  • Authorities impounded 84 container chassis, 11 tractors, 25 vehicles, six ATVs and two heavy-duty forklifts believed linked to fraudulent VINs.
  • Investigators also recovered three handguns, multiple digital devices and $301,604 in cash during the operation.
  • The five suspects, all from Corona, were identified as Jose Del Toro Sr., Maria Ramos, Malissa Del Toro, Jose Del Toro Jr. and Yairet Jimenez.
  • All five were booked on suspicion of grand theft, and police say further arrests are expected as the multi-agency case continues.