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Prosecutors say AudiA6 moved more than $389 million through cryptocurrency wallets.Authorities arrested two alleged senior operators in Georgia after a multinational cybercrime operation.Extradition efforts could bring the defendants to Pennsylvania, where each defendant faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.Authorities arrested Tkachuk, 37, and Ledenev, 25, on Wednesday in Georgia. The criminal complaint charged both men with conspiracy to launder monetary instruments and sting money laundering. Prosecutors identified Tkachuk as a Ukrainian national and Ledenev as a Russian national, both residing in Batumi, Republic of Georgia.
Law enforcement stated:
Seizure Banner Replaces Clear Web and Dark Web SitesA coordinated operation targeted AudiA6 infrastructure alongside the arrests. The takedown involved the Secret Service, IRS Criminal Investigation, Europol, Eurojust, and law enforcement partners from Australia, Canada, France, Georgia, Germany, Iceland, Japan, Poland, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Law enforcement stated:
Tkachuk and Ledenev remain in Georgian custody, according to the announcement. The U.S. Attorney’s Office plans to seek their extradition to the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. If convicted, each defendant faces a maximum possible sentence of 20 years in prison.
