Brazen Big Rig Burglary Caught on Video in Chino

Two suspects arrested after allegedly cutting lock and stealing $7,000 in computer equipment

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Two people were arrested after authorities said they broke into a big rig while it was stopped in traffic in Chino, California - a brazen burglary that was caught on video. The video shows the suspects approaching the back of the semi, cutting the lock, and fleeing the scene in a van. Police later pulled over the van, arrested the two suspects, and recovered the stolen property.

Why it matters

Cargo theft from commercial trucks is an ongoing problem, costing businesses billions each year. This incident highlights the brazen nature of some thefts, which can occur even in broad daylight and in the middle of a busy street. The video footage provides valuable evidence that can aid law enforcement in identifying and apprehending suspects.

The details

According to the police, the incident occurred on Friday when the big rig was stopped at a red light in Chino. Two vehicles pulled up in front of and behind the semi, with the front vehicle stopping short of the intersection. The suspects then approached the back of the semi, cut the lock, and began stealing computer equipment valued at around $7,000. The truck driver confronted the suspects, causing one to flee on foot while the other drove away in a van. Police later pulled over the van and arrested the two suspects, who were residents of Los Angeles and Cudahy.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, February 24, 2026.
  • Police arrested the two suspects shortly after the burglary on an on-ramp to the 60 Freeway.

The players

Chino Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, made the arrests, and shared the video footage on social media.

Truck Driver

The driver of the big rig who confronted the suspects and called the police to report the burglary and theft of $7,000 worth of computer equipment.

Suspects

Two individuals, residents of Los Angeles and Cudahy, who were arrested by police for the burglary and theft.

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What they’re saying

“During a search of the vehicle, officers located burglary tools and recovered the stolen property, valued at approximately $7,000, which was returned to the company.”

— Chino Police Department (Chino Police Department's social media post)

What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for the two suspects arrested in the case.

The takeaway

This brazen burglary highlights the ongoing problem of cargo theft from commercial trucks, which costs businesses billions each year. The video footage provides valuable evidence that can aid law enforcement in identifying and apprehending suspects, but more needs to be done to address this persistent issue and protect businesses from these types of thefts.