$4.5M In Stolen Goods Recovered In Major LAPD Cargo Theft Bust

One person has been arrested and more arrests are expected to follow after the Los Angeles Police Department uncovered a massive operation trafficking in millions of dollars worth of stolen retail and cargo merchandise through commercial storefronts.

The LAPDs Organized Retail and Cargo Theft Unit, working in collaboration with the Union Pacific Police Department and Los Angeles Port Police, served search warrants on Aug. 14 and Aug. 19 at DJ General Tool and Wires two locations on the 1200 block of S. Greenwood Avenue in Montebello and at a secondary site on the 1900 block of E. Gage Avenue in Huntington Park.

During the operation, investigators recovered an estimated $4.5 million in stolen goods — including power tools, appliances, e-bikes, and other commercial cargo allegedly stolen from trains and cargo facilities. Many of the recovered items were high-end retail products from brands like Dyson, Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita. Authorities say the merchandise was being sold through storefront locations and via online retail platforms.

“Organized cargo and retail theft strikes at the heart of our economy, impacting local businesses, workers, and everyday families,” said LAPD Chief of Police Jim McDonnell. “This operation underscores our Departments commitment to dismantling criminal networks that profit from stolen goods. Working alongside our partners at Union Pacific Police and the Los Angeles Port Police, weve not only recovered millions in merchandise but also sent a clear message: if you traffic in stolen property, we will find you and hold you accountable.”

Dojoon Park, 41, of Montebello was taken into custody and booked at the LAPDs Metropolitan Detention Center on suspicion of receiving stolen property. Detectives are now working with the Los Angeles County District Attorneys Office on formal charges.

“Cargo theft is not a victimless crime. It hurts businesses, damages the supply chain, and drives up costs for everyone,” said Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman. “More importantly, it undermines the safety of our communities. Please know that when organized crime rings exploit our transportation system, we will identify them, dismantle the operations, and hold individuals fully accountable for their actions. To be crystal clear, if you steal in Los Angeles County, we will come after you.”

Authorities said the investigation is still ongoing and additional arrests are expected.