NewsKTLA 5October 26, 2026Los Angeles County
LAPD recovers $1 million in stolen shoes and train cargo in Los Angeles raid
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Los Angeles Police Department detectives recovered $1 million in stolen shoes and train cargo after raiding a business on Oct. 21 and arresting the owner. The search in the 21000 block of Nordoff Street uncovered 35 pallets of stolen BNSF Railroad property, including footwear from major brands and backpacks. The business owner, 51-year-old Heros Tasci of Simi Valley, admitted to buying the items from illegitimate distributors and was booked for receiving stolen property.
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The operation targeted a large-scale cargo theft ring affecting commercial supply chains and freight operators in the region.
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OrganizationLos Angeles Police Department“Recovered stolen cargo and served the search warrant.”OrganizationCrime Stoppers“Organization accepting anonymous tips for the investigation.”OrganizationDesignerDeals4Less“Location where the stolen train property was found.”OrganizationVan Nuys Jail“Facility where the suspect was booked.”OrganizationJanSport“Manufacturer of stolen backpacks recovered in the raid.”OrganizationCommercial Crimes Division“Police division handling tip inquiries for the case.”OrganizationBrooks“Manufacturer of stolen shoes recovered in the raid.”PersonHeros Tasci“51-year-old business owner from Simi Valley booked for receiving stolen property”locationSimi Valley“Hometown of the arrested business owner.”OrganizationSalomon“Manufacturer of stolen shoes recovered in the raid.”OrganizationAdidas“Manufacturer of stolen shoes recovered in the raid.”OrganizationBNSF Railroad“Owner of the stolen train property recovered by detectives.”OrganizationNew Balance“Manufacturer of stolen shoes recovered in the raid.”OrganizationHoka“Manufacturer of stolen shoes recovered in the raid.”OrganizationON“Manufacturer of stolen shoes recovered in the raid.”