Investigation into the theft of Nvidia hardware valued at $11.4 million in transit to Texas
“Nvidia hardware worth $11.4M vanished between Oakland and Texas”
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A shipment of Nvidia hardware valued at $11.4 million disappeared during transport from Oakland to Texas in late August. More than two months after the incident, local police confirmed that the investigation remains open with no arrests made or equipment recovered.
The shipment, consisting of six pallets of computer equipment, departed Oakland on August 29 in a truck bound for Fort Worth, Texas. The cargo was picked up by a vehicle bearing the logo of a food transport company before the trail was lost in San Bernardino County, California.
Authorities confirmed that a formal grand theft report was filed on September 13, after it was discovered that the buyer never received the merchandise. Investigators indicate that thefts of high-value technology have increased, employing complex logistical tactics.
Security and trade specialists point out that the high value of semiconductors in the international market encourages the professionalization of gangs dedicated to the theft of technological cargo in transit.
- Six pallets of Nvidia hardware valued at $11.4 million were stolen in transit.
- The cargo left Oakland on August 29 heading for Fort Worth, Texas.
- Oakland police received a grand theft report on September 13.
- The police investigation remains open with no arrests more than two months after the event.
Corroborates: Nvidia hardware worth $11.4M vanished between Oakland and Texas