$12 Million Cargo Theft Case

The loads were picked up but never delivered.

On October 21, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice announced federal charges against Nursulton Khaydarov, 33, in a major cargo theft investigation.

According to prosecutors, criminals took control of real trucking companies, including their USDOT numbers, MC numbers, business emails, and owner identities.

They then used those companies to book legitimate freight loads.

Drivers picked up the shipments, but the cargo never reached its destination. Sometimes the criminals demanded money to return the stolen freight.

Investigators say the scheme involved at least 24 stolen loads.

The estimated value of goods allegedly stolen with Khaydarov's involvement exceeds $12 million.

Prosecutors also say he had a valid New Jersey CDL and several fake driver's licenses under different names.

Khaydarov pleaded not guilty. The charges have not been proven in court.

!What This Means for CDL Drivers

A real MC number does not always mean the person using it is the legitimate carrier.

Drivers, brokers, and trucking companies should verify who is handling a load and confirm pickup and delivery instructions.