# U.S. Sanctions TdA ATM Jackpotting Ring

> U.S. sanctions target $40m ATM jackpotting ring led by fugitive Prometheus.
- Title: U.S. Sanctions TdA ATM Jackpotting Ring · Dallas Express
- Summary: U.S. sanctions target $40m ATM jackpotting ring led by fugitive Prometheus. U.S. Treasury sanctioned 10 targets linked to Tren de Aragua's $40.73m ATM…
- Keywords: treasury, tda, atm, jackpotting, prometheus, tren de aragua, sanctions, fbi, ofac, cryptocurrency, bank fraud, Ring
- Source: Dallas Express — https://dallasexpress.com/national/u-s-sanctions-tda-network-over-40m-atm-jackpotting-scheme
- Author: Dallas Express
- Published: 2026-10-01T12:00:21+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: treasury, tda, atm, jackpotting, prometheus, tren de aragua, us, sanctions, fbi, ofac, cryptocurrency, bank fraud
## U.S. Sanctions Target TdA Network
U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on 10 targets tied to Tren de Aragua financial network accused of stealing millions from American banks through ATM jackpotting.
## Prometheus Leads Scheme
Prometheus, known as Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, is one of the FBI's 10 most-wanted fugitives leading the operation from Mexico and Venezuela.
## Tren de Aragua Designated
Tren de Aragua, originating in Venezuela, was designated a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the U.S. Department of State on February 20, 2025.
## Jackpotting Scheme Details
Criminals install malware on ATMs to bypass security, issue commands that dispense cash without debiting accounts, and move stolen funds via cryptocurrency.
## Reported Losses
As of August 2025, ATM jackpotting attacks in the U.S. totaled $40.73 million across more than 1,500 incidents.
## Indictments and Designations
98 individuals indicted since October 2025 for ATM jackpotting, including Prometheus and seven associates, with charges ranging from bank fraud to 335-year prison terms.
## Sanctions Impact
All property of sanctioned individuals and entities within U.S. jurisdiction is blocked, and U.S. persons prohibited from transactions involving them.
## Key takeaway

U.S. Treasury sanctioned 10 targets linked to Tren de Aragua's $40.73m ATM jackpotting scheme.