Aleksej Besciokov
Lithuanian national and Russian resident named by the U.S. DOJ as Garantex's primary technical administrator. Charged in March 2025 with money-laundering, sanctions, and unlicensed-money-transmitting conspiracies; arrested in India.
Also known as: Aleksej Besciokov
Note: Besciokov is charged; the allegations have not been adjudicated.
Bio
Aleksej Besciokov, a Lithuanian national and Russian resident, was — per the DOJ — Garantex's primary technical administrator, responsible for its infrastructure and for reviewing and approving transactions. Prosecutors allege he personally allowed transactions tied to cybercriminals, including North Korea's Lazarus Group. [1][2]
Status
The Eastern District of Virginia charged Besciokov in March 2025 with conspiracy to commit money laundering, conspiracy to violate U.S. sanctions (IEEPA), and conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money-transmitting business. He was arrested in Kerala, India on March 11, 2025. [1][2]
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See also
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