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Rare $13M Mercedes CLK-GTR Seized in Hunt for Top Ten FBI Fugitive

Rare $13M Mercedes CLK-GTR Seized in Hunt for Top Ten FBI Fugitive

Summary

The FBI seized a rare $13 million Mercedes supercar as part of an investigation involving Ryan Wedding, who is on the FBI's top ten most wanted list for alleged drug trafficking and associated crimes. The operation targets Wedding's alleged global narcotics network, thought to collaborate with the Sinaloa Cartel.

Key Facts

  • The Mercedes CLK-GTR Roadster is worth an estimated $13 million and one of only six made.
  • Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder, is accused of leading a violent drug trafficking group.
  • Authorities allege Wedding's group brings 60 metric tons of cocaine annually into the U.S. and Canada.
  • The Justice Department recently announced 10 arrests linked to Wedding's network across three countries.
  • Wedding is known by aliases "Jessie New" and "El Jefe" and remains at large, with a $15 million reward for his capture.
  • The FBI's Los Angeles branch shared photos of the seized car on social media.
  • If convicted, Wedding’s assets, including the car, may be sold, with proceeds going to law enforcement or victim compensation.
  • The FBI's operation is part of a larger effort to dismantle Wedding's alleged criminal operation.
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