A series of brazen train robberies have been carried out across the Western United States, resulting in the theft of millions of dollars worth of Nike merchandise.

Transnational gangs have been targeting sneakers, wireless gaming headsets and other modern merchandise transported by rail, according to federal prosecutors.

Authorities say train burglaries have increased over the past two years, specifically targeting BNSF (Burlington Northern Santa Fe) Railway trains. These heists are believed to be connected to an ...

Organized thieves target freight trains in western deserts, stealing millions in Nike sneakers with sophisticated heist operations.

In 2025, robbers aren’t going for gold or money on trains. They're targeting Nike shoes and electronics in heists that sound straight out of the Wild West.

Many of the shoes were Nigel Sylvester x Air Jordan 4s, which are not available to the public until March 14 and are expected to fetch $225 retail per pair.

Authorities say train burglaries have increased over the past two years, specifically targeting BNSF (Burlington Northern Santa Fe) Railway trains ... thieves targeted a BNSF train transporting Nike products. The perpetrators cut the train’s braking ...

Authorities say train burglaries have increased over the past two years, specifically targeting BNSF (Burlington Northern Santa Fe) Railway trains ... $2 million worth of Nike merchandise.