The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned eight members of Tren de Aragua for their roles in ATM jackpotting attacks that stole millions of dollars from U.S. financial institutions. Authorities say the gang used malware such as Ploutus to force ATMs to dispense cash, and the case has led to major U.S. enforcement actions against TdA-linked networks. #TrenDeAragua #Prometheus #Ploutus #OFAC #FBI
Keypoints
- The U.S. Treasury sanctioned eight TdA members tied to ATM jackpotting thefts.
- Tren de Aragua members used malware to make ATMs spit out cash.
- Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, known as Prometheus, is accused of developing Ploutus.
- OFAC says stolen funds were laundered and transferred to TdA associates internationally.
- U.S. authorities say TdA-linked jackpotting has caused tens of millions in losses.