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FBI Values 62 Seized Motorcycles Linked to Fugitive Ryan Wedding at About $40 Million

Cross-border raids in Mexico by U.S., Mexican, Canadian authorities surfaced the cache as part of an effort to cut off an alleged cartel-linked network’s finances.

Overview

  • Mexican authorities executed multiple search warrants at properties in the State of Mexico and Mexico City in a joint operation with the FBI, RCMP and LAPD.
  • Investigators say the 62 high-end motorcycles are believed to be tied to Ryan James Wedding’s network, with additional seized items undergoing forensic review.
  • Officials also recovered documents, works of art, methamphetamine, marijuana and ammunition during the searches.
  • The FBI released photos showing brands such as Ducati, Suzuki, Honda and MV Agusta and asked the public for tips as the investigation continues.
  • Wedding remains a fugitive with an FBI reward of up to $15 million; a rare Mercedes‑Benz CLK‑GTR Roadster tied to the case was seized in November and the final disposition of the newly seized assets has not been decided.