# 1489. #TFCP - COI Forensics: Spotting Fakes and Closing Insurance Gaps

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Podcast: [The Freight Coach Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-freight-coach-podcast-711489)
Published: 2026-07-08T20:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2168

## Resource

Are you doing enough to protect your trucking business from the massive surge in identity theft and cargo fraud? What happens when carrier vetting software fails to spot a sophisticated scam? Today's episode with Cam Pechia gets frank about the terrifying reality of identity theft in the trucking industry! We're breaking down a recent real-world scenario where a legitimate carrier's DOT profile was completely compromised, leading to fake trucks and fraudulent certificates of insurance flying completely under the radar. Look, a lot of freight brokers rely way too heavily on automated vetting software, but these sophisticated criminals are playing a long game, mimicking email domains and exploiting public data. If you aren't picking up the phone to verify active insurance coverage directly with the agency or actively monitoring your client relationships, you are leaving your operation wide open to carrier fraud. We're delivering an actual insight you need to spot these red flags and protect your business before it's too late, so tune in! About Cameron Pechia Cameron is the founder of Valley Trucking Insurance, a leading Trucking Insurance Agency based in Spokane, Washington. With a deep passion for the trucking industry and a commitment to excellence, Cameron has become a trusted figure in the field. Cameron also is the host of Get A Load Of This Trucking Podcast and brings a ton of value to the Trucking Industry. Cameron is also a dedicated husband and father to his two beautiful girls…His daughters are his "WHY" and what makes him get up in the morning and try to win each and every day. At Valley Trucking Insurance, Cameron oversees the provision of specialized insurance solutions tailored to the unique needs of trucking companies. The agency serves a diverse clientele…

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