The Grapevine Police Department (GPD) arrested and charged seven people in connection with a major cargo theft operation targeting warehouses in northern Texas.
In a November 18 news release, GPD announced the arrest of the following individuals on charges of Felony Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity:
- Adrian Ellison, 38, Dallas
- Julius Green, 40, Dallas
- Willie Hill, 38, Dallas
- Eric White, 33, Dallas
- Fayzal Kara, 40, Carrollton
- Ronnie Vaden, 33, Dallas
- Derrick White, 38, Dallas
The investigation into the cargo theft ring began after a warehouse burglary on May 13, 2024, during which police say thieves stole approximately $500,000 worth of Ray-Ban glasses and Oculus goggles. Surveillance video showed a suspect cutting a hole in a bay door to access and unload cargo from multiple pallets.
Investigators gathered evidence and learned that the suspects were linked to seven cargo thefts committed between August 2023 and June 2024 as part of “an elaborate criminal organization active since at least 2023.”