Ex-Olympian’s drug empire busted, over $3M in crypto seized
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Former Olympian Charged: Ryan James Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder, has been charged in a cocaine trafficking ring that utilized stablecoin Tether (USDT) for billion-dollar drug deals, with over $3.2 million in crypto and more than one ton of cocaine seized by authorities.
Ongoing Investigation: Wedding is currently a fugitive residing in Mexico, facing a 16-count indictment for leading a transnational drug trafficking operation, while law enforcement continues to seek information on his whereabouts, offering a reward of up to $50,000.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
