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Arrest made in Toronto-area cargo theft ring

Canadian police have arrested Marius Ionescu, 36, in connection with a series of major cargo thefts from semi trucks in the Toronto area.

The details: The thefts took place in May and June 2024 in Mississauga and Oakville. The suspects targeted moving trucks, managing to steal goods worth a total of $2.2 million.

  • On May 28, 2024, the suspects followed a Purolator trailer and breached it while it was moving. They stole $1.8 million worth of merchandise.
  • On June 10, 2024, the suspects distracted the driver of another Purolator trailer and made away with $300,000 worth of electronics.
  • On July 11, 2024, they attempted a similar theft with $1.2 million worth of cellular phones but failed as the truck driver kept moving.
  • On June 28, 2024, they tried again and stole $120,000 worth of electronics. They threatened the driver, but no weapons were used.

What's next: With one suspect in custody, warrants have been issued for two others, Florian Porumbita, 29, and another Florian Porumbita, 27.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Central Robbery Bureau at (905)453-2121 ext. 3410. More details can be found on the Peel Regional Police website.

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