Core Viewpoint - A significant theft of a $400,000 shipment of lobster intended for Costco has raised concerns about the increasing trend of freight thefts involving impersonation of legitimate carriers [1][2]. Group 1: Incident Details - The stolen shipment of lobsters was valued at $400,000 (£295,000) and was being transported by Rexing Companies to Costco stores in Illinois and Minnesota [1]. - The lobsters were picked up in Taunton, Massachusetts, but never reached their destination [1]. Group 2: Company Impact - The president of Rexing Companies, Dylan Rexing, stated that the theft was not random and is part of a growing pattern where criminals impersonate legitimate carriers [2]. - The loss from this theft is described as "significant" for Rexing Companies, which is based in Indiana [2]. Group 3: Industry Implications - The theft is expected to drive up costs across the supply chain, which will ultimately affect consumers [3]. - The FBI is currently investigating the incident, highlighting the seriousness of the issue [3]. - Rexing emphasized the need for federal agencies to have modern enforcement tools to combat organized criminal networks effectively [3][4]. - Without improved enforcement, such thefts are likely to continue disrupting businesses and impacting everyday prices [4].