FBI Joint Operation: John Dajita Arrested in Saint Martin for Alleged Theft of $46 Million in Cryptocurrency Assets

March 6 News: U.S. law enforcement recently launched a cross-border operation in the Caribbean, resulting in the arrest of a U.S. government contractor suspected of stealing over $46 million in cryptocurrency assets. FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed on social media that the suspect, John Dajita, was successfully detained on Saint Martin Island. The operation was carried out jointly by the FBI and French law enforcement agencies.

According to official reports, the arrest took place in Saint Martin in the Caribbean. Participating law enforcement agencies included the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the elite tactical unit of the French National Gendarmerie, Groupe d’intervention de la Gendarmerie nationale. After coordinated deployment locally, authorities successfully detained the suspect.

Investigations indicate that John Dajita is accused of stealing more than $46 million worth of cryptocurrency from the United States Marshals Service. This agency is responsible for managing and safeguarding judicial seized assets, including large amounts of digital currency confiscated in criminal cases. Typically, these crypto assets are stored in government-controlled wallets and later disposed of through auctions or judicial procedures.

Currently, law enforcement has not disclosed specific details about how the theft was carried out, including the timing of fund transfers, technical methods used, or related wallet addresses. Additionally, authorities have not confirmed whether the stolen assets have been recovered.

Kash Patel emphasized in a statement that this operation highlights the importance of international law enforcement cooperation and expressed gratitude to the French National Gendarmerie’s international cooperation department and the Guadeloupe-based forces for their tactical support. He stated that U.S. law enforcement will continue working with global partners to combat cross-border financial crimes.

“The FBI will work around the clock with international partners to track down and apprehend those attempting to defraud American taxpayers, no matter where they hide,” Kash Patel said.

Dajita is currently detained on Saint Martin Island, and authorities are advancing the legal process, with possible extradition and multiple criminal charges in the future. This case has once again raised public concern over the security of government-managed digital assets and the regulation of cryptocurrencies.