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Pabst Reports 40,000-Pound Truck Theft Worth $70,000

8/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Pabst Blue Ribbon reports a truck theft from its Montclair, California distribution center on Aug. 17, 2026.
The 40,000-pound cargo contained 1,400 Pabst cases and 200 Old Milwaukee Non-Alcoholic cases, valued near $45,000.
Police reported a second $25,000 theft occurring an hour after the initial robbery.
Pabst gave the thief 18 days, 44 minutes to return the truck and will pay half the beer’s value if recovered.

History

Historical Context

The 1978 Lufthansa cargo terminal robbery at New York’s Kennedy Airport, which netted $5.875 million, exposed freight-security gaps. In response, the FAA mandated passenger and baggage screening in January 1973, tightening overall transport safety. The 40,000-pound Pabst truck theft in Montclair, California reflects the enduring challenge of protecting high-value cargo and prompts ongoing efforts to improve cargo security.

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Story summary

Pabst Blue Ribbon reports a truck theft from its Montclair, California distribution center on Aug. 17, 2026.
The 40,000-pound cargo contained 1,400 Pabst cases and 200 Old Milwaukee Non-Alcoholic cases, valued near $45,000.
Police reported a second $25,000 theft occurring an hour after the initial robbery.
Pabst gave the thief 18 days, 44 minutes to return the truck and will pay half the beer’s value if recovered.

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