Lego Heist and Train Burglaries | Bakersfield News

In a jaw-dropping desert heist, authorities in Newberry Springs, California, uncovered nearly $30,000 worth of stolen Lego sets hidden in an abandoned van—linking it to a wave of high-stakes cargo train thefts. Thieves have been targeting slow-moving trains across the Mojave, snatching everything from sneakers to lithium-ion batteries, even sparking fires and gunfights. A 21-year-old, Angel Castro, was arrested on attempted murder and cargo theft charges with a $2 million bail, while four others were detained but released. BNSF and law enforcement warn this organized crime is endangering public safety and crippling supply chains, turning railroads into dangerous battlegrounds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4b9c2d9477cd9267