In a shocking turn of events, former Canadian Olympic snowboarder, identified as Ryan Wedding, has been accused by the U.S. Department of Justice of orchestrating an international drug trafficking operation and ordering multiple murders in Ontario. The allegations stem from an extensive investigation by the FBI, known as Project Slalom, which has led to 16 charges in Los Angeles related to a cocaine smuggling operation that reportedly brings in 60 tonnes of cocaine annually from Colombia to North America. [8bd883a7]
Among the incidents linked to Wedding is a tragic shooting that occurred on November 15, 2023, in Mississauga, Ontario, resulting in the death of 29-year-old Jagraj Singh. Wedding, along with an accomplice named Andrew Clark, who was arrested on October 8, 2024, is alleged to have ordered the killings of three individuals in Caledon connected to a stolen drug shipment. Both men are believed to be residing in Mexico, and the FBI has placed a $50,000 reward for information leading to Wedding's arrest. [8bd883a7]
Wedding, who is also known by the alias 'El Jefe,' faces serious charges including conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and murder. The investigation highlights the growing concerns over drug-related violence and the involvement of high-profile individuals in organized crime. As the case unfolds, it raises questions about the intersection of sports and criminal activity, particularly in the context of athletes who may become embroiled in illegal enterprises. [8bd883a7]