This article details a dramatic heist involving Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar’s Santo Tequila company. Here’s a breakdown of the incident:
The Double Heist
What Happened: Two trucks carrying over 24,000 bottles of Santo Tequila were hijacked in Laredo, Texas. The stolen cargo included Santo blanco, reposado, and an exclusive extra añejo tequila, valued at $1 million.
Supply Chain Impact: With the holiday season approaching, Santo faces a critical shortage, as their independent distiller in Mexico struggles to replenish inventory.
How It Happened
Suspicious Activity: The trucking company noticed irregularities, discovering that the trucks were “illegally double brokered” to different carriers. GPS signals were likely spoofed by criminals using emulation software.
The Uniqueness: Santo’s president, Dan Butkus, highlighted how unusual it is for two trucks to be targeted, noting the complexity and risk involved in a coordinated heist.
Investigations
Authorities Involved: The Laredo Police Department, Los Angeles’ Cargo Criminal Apprehension Team, and federal agency CargoNet are investigating.
Cargo Theft Trends: 2024 has seen an increase in cargo thefts, particularly targeting premium liquors like Santo.
Response
Reward: Santo plans to offer $10,000 for information leading to the recovery of the extra
