Wire Fraud Scheme Tied to Illinois-Based Trucking Network Under Federal Scrutiny

by The Istanbul Post

NEW YORK, NEW YORK

Federal authorities are reportedly investigating a sprawling web of trucking companies allegedly linked to an organized scheme involving wire fraud, fraudulent vehicle registration, and the use of fake license plates.

At the center of the allegations are Dejan Blazic, Bojan “Brian” Perecin, and Gabriela Perecin – Romanian-Serbian nationals of Roma (Gypsy) descent who have been operating out of northern Illinois and across multiple U.S. states. Sources claim the group controls a network of trucking companies under different corporate names, with overlapping ownership and management structures.

Companies Under Investigation

Authorities and industry watchdogs have identified the following entities allegedly tied to the operation:

  • Bob Trucking LLC – USDOT #3832325
  • Midnight Transport LLC – USDOT #3821545
  • Midnight Logistics LLC – USDOT #3535880
  • SOS Transport Inc – USDOT #2132218
  • Lifehaul Trucking LLC – USDOT #4057638
  • Sams Trucking Corporation LLC
  • AMG Group
  • And numerous other shell entities reportedly registered in multiple states

Investigators believe these companies have been used in a coordinated 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics) operation to hide liability, evade regulatory compliance, and deceive both customers and government agencies.

Allegations of Fake Plates and Fraudulent Operations

Multiple whistleblowers allege that drivers working for these companies were issued fake or illegally obtained license plates to avoid detection of unregistered or unsafe vehicles. This practice, if proven true, could constitute criminal offenses under both federal and state law.

In addition to the plate fraud, reports suggest the network may have engaged in wire fraud – using interstate electronic communications and banking systems to obtain payments under false pretenses, including misrepresenting carrier safety records and operational legitimacy.

Web of Addresses Across Multiple States

Records and shipping data reportedly connect the group to several physical addresses across the United States, raising questions about the scope and complexity of the alleged scheme:

  • 20877 North Birch Street, Deerfield, IL 60015
  • 3420 Atrium Boulevard #160, Middletown, OH 45005
  • 941 Huntington Ave, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
  • 929 Coral Bell Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587
  • 9682 Waterford Pl Apt 205, Loveland, OH 45140

These locations are believed to be tied to company registrations, mail drops, and operational hubs.

Industry and Public Safety Concerns

Industry insiders warn that fraudulent logistics networks like this can undercut legitimate carriers, evade safety enforcement, and put dangerous trucks on American highways.

If proven, the use of fake plates could also allow unsafe or uninsured vehicles to operate unchecked, posing significant risks to both drivers and the public.

Ongoing Investigation

As of now, no formal criminal charges have been publicly filed, and the parties named are presumed innocent until proven guilty. However, sources close to the investigation indicate that federal agencies, including the Department of Transportation’s Office of Inspector General and possibly the FBI, are actively examining the case.

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