Venezuelan Fugitive Added to FBI's 10 Most Wanted List

Aníbal Alexander Canelón Aguirre accused of leading international ATM fraud and terrorism funding conspiracy

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:08pm

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The FBI has added Aníbal Alexander Canelón Aguirre, a Venezuelan national, to its Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. Authorities allege Canelón Aguirre is the presumed leader of a large international criminal conspiracy dedicated to stealing millions of dollars from financial institutions through an ATM 'jackpotting' scheme supported by the transnational criminal organization Tren de Aragua.

Why it matters

The inclusion of charges related to providing material support to terrorists significantly elevates the seriousness of this case and suggests a broader investigation into the financial networks supporting such activities. The FBI's decision to add Canelón Aguirre to its Ten Most Wanted list underscores the gravity of the alleged crimes and the agency's commitment to apprehending the fugitive.

The details

Since January 2024, Canelón Aguirre and others associated with the organization have allegedly profited from 'jackpotting' ATMs, which involves installing malware to force unauthorized cash withdrawals. The stolen funds are then reportedly moved through a complex money laundering network. Canelón Aguirre faces multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit bank fraud, conspiracy to commit bank robbery and intentionally damage a protected computer, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists.

  • A warrant for Canelón Aguirre's arrest was issued in December 2025 by the District Court of Nebraska, Omaha.

The players

Aníbal Alexander Canelón Aguirre

A Venezuelan national who authorities allege is the presumed leader of a large international criminal conspiracy dedicated to stealing millions of dollars from financial institutions.

Tren de Aragua

A transnational criminal organization that authorities allege is supporting the financial conspiracy led by Canelón Aguirre.

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What’s next

The FBI is offering a reward of up to $1 million for information leading directly to the apprehension of Canelón Aguirre.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing threat of international financial crime networks that are leveraging sophisticated technology and money laundering tactics to fund illicit activities, including potential support for terrorism. The FBI's decision to add Canelón Aguirre to its Ten Most Wanted list underscores the agency's commitment to disrupting these complex global criminal conspiracies.