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MORE EVENTS HERE! NECSC Meetings & Agenda Join us for our first council meeting and hear insights from the NJSP on cargo theft in New Jersey. Meet our board and new members, network with peers, make valuable connections, and share your experiences. *Compliments of NECSC Sponsors! Don't wait, seating is limited! NECSC Members Info Sharing & Collaboration Guest Speakers: NJ State Police Cargo Theft Task Force 📅 Date: Friday; April 3rd, 2026 Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm est 📍 Location: Segovia's Steakhouse 217 Main St, Little Ferry, NJ 07643 Register for the Event Now! Register for the Upcoming Luncheon Meeting! Sorry, but this form is now closed. Register for our April 3rd Meeting! First name Last name Email* Phone #* Will you attend?* Register ATTENTION: If you register and unable to make it please email info@NECSC.co at least 48 hours in advance if possible. There is a cost to our sponsors for no shows. Thank you.

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NORTHEAST CARGO SECURITY COUNCIL (NECSC) Governance Charter & Operating Framework ARTICLE I: ESTABLISHMENT The Northeast Cargo Security Council (NECSC) is formed as a collaborative alliance of private-sector leaders and law enforcement professionals dedicated to strengthening cargo security and reducing organized transportation crime throughout the Northeast United States. This charter establishes the governing structure, authority, and operating principles of the Council. ARTICLE II: PURPOSE NECSC exists to serve as a regional intelligence-sharing and action forum focused on: • Cargo theft • Freight fraud • Organized transportation crime • Emerging threat trends • Prevention strategy development ARTICLE III: MISSION To unite industry and law enforcement into a trusted working partnership that actively disrupts cargo crime networks, strengthens prevention standards, and improves recovery and prosecution outcomes across the Northeast corridor. ARTICLE IV: REGIONAL SCOPE NECSC represents organizations operating within: New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Connecticut Delaware Massachusetts Rhode Island Vermont New Hampshire Maine ARTICLE V: GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE NECSC shall be governed by a Board of Directors consisting of 9 total members: Board Composition Co-Chair - Sal Marino Co-Chair - Maurizio Scrofani Vice Chair - Tim Kennedy Treasurer - Ren Hux Secretary - Steve Lang Board Member – Transportation - TBD Board Member – Logistics - TBD Board Member – Warehousing - TBD Board Member – Technology & Intelligence - TBD Law Enforcement Advisor (appointed – non-voting) - TBD • All elected board members serve one-year terms • Maximum of two consecutive terms • Law Enforcement Advisor is appointed annually by a participating agency • Vacancies filled by board vote ARTICLE VI: BOARD RESPONSIBILITIES Chair (Co–Chairs) • Sets strategic direction • Presides over meetings • Represents NECSC externally • Oversees committee execution Vice Chair • Supports Chair • Assumes leadership when Chair is unavailable • Oversees operational initiatives Secretary • Maintains official records • Documents meetings • Oversees compliance Treasurer • Manages financial accounts • Provides quarterly financial reports • Oversees budget approvals Board Members • Lead assigned committees • Drive initiatives • Serve as industry subject matter leads • Support membership growth Law Enforcement Advisor (Non-Voting) • Acts as intelligence bridge • Advises on investigations • Coordinates with task forces • Protects law enforcement sensitivities ARTICLE VII: REMOVAL & DISCIPLINE A Board Member may be removed for cause by a two-thirds vote of the remaining Board Members. ARTICLE VIII: MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES Voting Members Private sector leaders involved in: • Transportation • Distribution • Freight brokerage • Supply chain security • Risk management Law Enforcement Members (Non-Voting) Active Federal, State, and Local officers engaged in: • Cargo theft • Organized crime • Transportation enforcement Retired Professional Members (Non-Voting) Former industry or law enforcement leaders in good standing. Associate Members (Non-Voting) Vendors providing: • Security technology • Tracking solutions • Risk analytics • Compliance tools ARTICLE IX: MEMBERSHIP ADMISSION • Application required • Board review • Closed ballot approval • Conflict-of-interest screening ARTICLE X: VOTING • Voting rights restricted to private industry members • One vote per member • Physical presence required ARTICLE XI: MEETINGS NECSC will conduct monthly sessions. Format: Executive Session • Members only • Intelligence briefings • Case discussions General Session • Educational content • Vendor briefings • Guest speakers Chair or Vice Chair presides. ARTICLE XII: COMMITTEES Standing committees may include: • Intelligence & Investigations (TBD) • Training & Certification (TBD) • Technology & Innovation (TBD) • Legislative Affairs (TBD) • Membership & Ethics (TBD) Committees are: • Appointed by Chair(s) • Approved by Board • Staffed by members in good standing ARTICLE XIII: QUORUM Quorum requires: • Minimum 10 members present • At least two Board Members ARTICLE XIV: DISSOLUTION Upon Board approval: • Organization may dissolve • Assets donated to: Northeast law enforcement foundations Regional task forces

Northeast News Northeast News Northeast News Northeast News The New York State Police are requesting the public’s assistance in connection with the theft of a large shipment of walnuts stolen from commercial trailers in the Bronx. On Monday, March 2, 2026, approximately 60,000 pounds of shelled walnuts, valued at approximately $50,000, were stolen from two 52-foot trailers in the area of Hunts Point in the Bronx. The shipment consisted of palletized boxes of packaged walnuts intended for commercial distribution. _________________________________ Connecticut trucking operator pleads guilty in $3.5M Amazon fraud scheme A Connecticut trucking operator has pleaded guilty in a multimillion‑dollar Amazon fraud scheme, exposing a sophisticated operation that exploited digital freight systems. Learn how investigators uncovered more than $3.5 million in fraudulent claims and what this case reveals about emerging vulnerabilities in logistics networks. _______________________________________________________________________ New York Man Charged in Multi-State Organized Cargo-Theft Conspiracy Defendant allegedly stole cargo containing hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of snow crabs and .... ________________________________________________________________________________________ Strategic Cargo Theft Spikes: Key Insights from TruckNews TruckNews highlights rising strategic theft trends — including cyber deception, fraudulent pickups, and targeted high‑value loads — based on late‑2025 CargoNet analysis. ________________________________________________________________________________________ Man charged with theft after commercial shipment worth $65,000 goes missing, New Jersey police say The Lakewood Police Department (LPD) said that a cargo theft investigation into $65,000 worth of missing merchandise resulted in multiple charges filed. Read More ... Read More ... Read More ... Read More ... Read More ... Other News Other News Other News Other News March 22, 2026 Cargo crime crackdown: Lawmakers push stricter penalties to deter thieves Land Line Media Michigan aims to crack down on cargo theft. Find out what steps the state is taking to deter cargo thieves. Cargo Theft Firmly in the Cyber Era as Losses Exceed 6 Billion, Geotab Warns - Yahoo Finance Yahoo Finance New Report on 'Countering Smarter Theft' Reveals GPS Spoofing, AI-Powered Fraud, and Driver Burnout are Creating Unprecedented Risk for Supply ... CTOA plans national freight security initiative as cargo theft surges - Truck News Truck News With more than 70% of domestic freight in Canada moved by truck, the association warns that escalating theft is a growing threat to supply chain ... Fraud, burnout and tech gaps define new cargo theft risks: Geotab - Truck News Truck News Geotab then said in a related news release that total cargo theft losses were estimated at $6.6 billion in 2025, a 18% year-over-year increase, with ... Cargo Theft Firmly in the Cyber Era as Losses Exceed 6 Billion, Geotab Warns - Toronto Star Toronto Star OAKVILLE, ON and ATLANTA, GA, March 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cargo theft in North America has entered a new phase as losses reportedly reached ... American Trucking Association backs bill to thwart cargo theft - Transportation Today Transportation Today The American Transportation Research Institute has found that cargo theft is costing the trucking industry more than $18 million per day. Strategic ... Cargo Theft Gets Smarter as Fleets Face Rising Risk, Driver Strain, and a Growing Tech Gap Work Truck Online Infographic of layered cargo theft defense including locks, GPS tracking, AI video monitoring,. Geotab outlines a layered defense strategy combining ... Senate action revives FMCSA civil-penalty powers to fight double-brokering and fraud - Blog Blog - GetTransport.com ... cargo theft. How CORCA and the household goods bill differ. Feature, Household Goods Shipping Consumer Protection Act, CORCA. Primary approach, Civil ... EM6000Auto to Debut at MATS 2026 as Advanced Cargo Theft Prevention Solution Palm Beach Daily News Cargo theft is organized and calculated. EM6000Auto protects trailers at their most vulnerable moments while reducing driver strain through automated ... Canada 2025 trailer thefts surge while cargo losses stay underreported - Blog Blog - GetTransport.com 1,601 (tractors, trailers, cargo). Alberta, ~240. Quebec, ~180. Trailers stolen (national), ~970. Why cargo theft appears underreported. The mismatch ...

ERTSC HISTORY History & Relaunch Founded in 1990 by four corporate security managers, the Eastern Region Transportation Security Council (ERTSC) was created to combat cargo theft across the Northeastern United States. Over the years, ERTSC partnered with the New Jersey State Police, the FBI’s Newark office, and various security organizations to strengthen collaboration between law enforcement and the transportation industry in the region. Although the council disbanded in 2020 after 30 years, a new wave of supply chain stakeholders is now reviving it—bringing together both veteran members and new voices to carry the mission forward under the rebranded moniker of Northeast Cargo Security Council (NECSC). Our goal is to foster an open, collaborative environment where security, loss prevention, and cargo security professionals, local and afar, can share experiences and learn from one another. Join us as we reconnect, rebuild, and reenergize this vital network. Together, we can protect the supply chain and shape the future of cargo security.

Report Intelligence Here Cargo Theft/Fraud Intelligence The intelligence provided in this alert is shared courtesy of CargoNet. Receipt of regional or ad‑hoc intelligence does not imply that any individual, organization, or stakeholder is a CargoNet member or subscriber. This information is provided strictly as a professional courtesy to support situational awareness and enhance collective security. Verisk CargoNet Warns July 4 Freight Disruptions Could Amplify High-Value Cargo Theft Risk READ FOR ARTICLE HERE: https://lnkd.in/gCT9QYVa Key Takeaways Verisk CargoNet analyzed 256 theft events that occurred from July 1–7 between 2021 and 2025, with activity highest on July 3. Verisk CargoNet estimates cargo theft loss values exceeded $359 million in the first six months of 2026, as average stolen commodity value climbed to approximately $341,518. California, Texas, and Illinois were the most common states for July 1–7 theft activity, with major freight hubs and population centers continuing to drive risk. Verisk CargoNet warns that holiday risk now includes both traditional theft of unattended freight and evolving identity-based fraud involving compromised phone systems, carrier accounts, and compliance platforms. The graphic represents CargoNet’s weekly cargo‑theft assessment for the period January 28 to February 2, 2026. The threat gauge indicates an Average theft threat level, with the needle positioned in the yellow–orange range of the scale. According to the data provided for this reporting week, 65 cargo‑theft incidents were recorded nationwide. California remains the most impacted state during this period, continuing its trend as a key hotspot for organized cargo‑theft activity. Food and Beverage commodities were the most frequently targeted category, reflecting persistent demand-driven theft patterns. The data also shows that Warehouse/Distribution Centers were the primary locations affected, underscoring ongoing vulnerabilities in static‑storage environments. CargoNet Fictitious Pickup Alert - Fairfield, NJ - Fragrances Alert Message Theft of Cargo Incident Description Between 01/20/26 03:30 PM and 01/20/26 04:30 PM, a shipment of men's and women's fragrances was fictitiously picked up from a warehouse on Lehigh Dr., Fairfield, NJ. Unknown actor(s) impersonated a motor carrier and were hired to transport fragrance products. The individuals departed with the cargo and never delivered it. The driver name provided was "Edwin", using phone number 945-392-4088. He arrived in a white Volvo tractor pulling an unmarked white reefer semi-trailer with a side door on the passenger side. Tractor number 63646 and trailer number 5237A were given during the hiring process, though the shipper did not confirm them. The shipment remains undelivered, and the individuals involved are currently unreachable. Date - Time - Location Date & Time: Between 01/20/26 03:30 PM and 01/20/26 04:30 PM Address: Lehigh Drive City: Fairfield State: NJ Zip: 07004 Cargo Details Men's and women's fragrances Quantity: 738 Cases Approximate Value: $100,000 Contact Information Those with information are asked to contact the CargoNet Command Center at 1-888-595-2638. Statement of Confidentiality: The contents of this CargoNet alert are confidential and are intended solely for addressee. The information may also be legally privileged. This transmission is sent in trust, for the sole purpose of delivery to the intended recipient. Whether you are the intended recipient or received this transmission in error, any unauthorized use, reproduction or dissemination of this transmission is strictly prohibited and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent under law. If you are not the intended recipient, please immediately notify the CargoNet Command Center by emailing cargotheft@cargonet.com or by calling 1-888-595-CNET (2638) and delete this alert. 🚨ALERT! Recent phishing scheme targeting motor carriers. 🚨 Click Here to See in Full View

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Membership Membership in the Northeast Cargo Security Council (NECSC) gives industry partners direct access to ad-hoc intelligence briefings, emerging theft trends, and relevant news as they’re shared across our network. Members receive periodic reports, invitations to quarterly meetings, and opportunities to collaborate with retailers, manufacturers, motor carriers, brokers, insurers, and law-enforcement agencies to exchange real-world cases and strengthen regional security. Membership funds also help support law-enforcement attendance at national cargo-security conferences, allowing us to sponsor officers and ensure the latest training and insights return to the Northeast. To encourage broader participation and rebuild the Council, the first year of membership is completely free. Join Now!

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