In a major international operation, Mexican authorities have confiscated a stunning collection of high-end luxury motorcycles, estimated to be worth a staggering $40 million. The assets are believed to be owned by Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder who is now one of the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives.
Massive Haul of High-Performance Bikes Uncovered
The seizure was carried out this month after officials executed multiple search warrants at properties in Mexico City and the neighbouring State of Mexico. The operation, a coordinated effort between Mexican authorities, the FBI's Los Angeles division, the Los Angeles Police Department, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, led to the recovery of 62 high-performance, race-style motorcycles. Alongside the bikes, vehicles, artwork, drugs, and other items were also seized.
Released images from the FBI show rows of professional-grade bikes, many resembling those used in top-tier competitions. Investigators allege these luxury items were purchased with the proceeds from Wedding's extensive criminal network. This action is seen as a significant blow to his alleged financial infrastructure.
From Olympic Glory to International Manhunt
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian, once represented his country on the world's biggest sporting stage, competing in snowboarding at the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. His life took a dark turn following a 2009 US conviction for conspiracy to distribute cocaine. After serving prison time and being released in 2010, federal prosecutors claim he rebuilt and dramatically expanded his criminal operations.
US authorities now accuse him of running a sophisticated transnational cocaine trafficking enterprise. The operation allegedly moved hundreds of kilograms of cocaine from Colombia, through Mexico and Southern California, into Canada and other US regions. Prosecutors state the network used established cartel-linked routes, generating enormous profits that were laundered into luxury assets like the seized motorcycle collection.
Murder Charges and a $15 Million Reward
The case escalated severely in 2024 when Wedding was indicted in Los Angeles federal court on charges including operating a continuing criminal enterprise. Later, new allegations emerged that he ordered several murders, including the killing of a federal witness in January 2025.
This has intensified the international manhunt for Wedding, who is believed to be hiding in Mexico and is considered armed and dangerous. The US State Department is offering a reward of up to $15 million for information leading to his arrest and conviction. While the seizure of his luxury motorcycle trove is a major financial setback, investigators emphasize that the search for this high-profile fugitive is ongoing.
