Pabst Blue Ribbon Seeks Public Help After Massive Beer Theft in California
Pabst Blue Ribbon is seeking public assistance after over 40,000 pounds of its beer was stolen from an Anheuser-Busch distribution center in Montclair, California, in what may be one of history's largest beer heists. The company has publicly appealed for…
Atlanta, GA, August 31, 2026 —
Pabst Blue Ribbon (PBR) has launched a public appeal for the return of an estimated 40,000 pounds of its beer, which was stolen from an Anheuser-Busch distribution center located in Montclair, California. The scale of the theft suggests it could rank among the largest beer heists in history.
The company is actively seeking assistance from the public in recovering the stolen product. Details regarding the specific timeline of the theft were not immediately available. The value of the stolen beer was also not provided in the public announcement.
In its public request, Pabst Blue Ribbon has stated a deadline for the beer’s return and has indicated that a reward is being offered for information leading to its recovery. Specifics about the reward amount or the exact deadline were not disclosed in the company’s statements. The Anheuser-Busch distribution center in Montclair, California, served as the site from which the large quantity of PBR was taken.
Further details on the ongoing situation, including any law enforcement involvement or the status of the investigation, were not immediately provided. The company’s appeal highlights the unusual nature and significant volume of the missing beer.
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