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Son of US Government Contractor CEO Implicated in Major Crypto Theft

Recent allegations have emerged linking the son of a CEO of a U.S. government contractor to a multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency theft.

ZachXBT, a blockchain investigator, claims that John Daghita, also known as “Lick,” stole tens of millions of dollars from wallets associated with U.S. government-controlled assets.

Daghita is identified as the son of Dean Daghita, the CEO of Command Services & Support (CMDSS), which has a contract with the U.S. Marshals Service for managing seized cryptocurrency.

The claims have sparked concerns about potential conflicts of interest and raised questions on how John could have accessed these government wallets.

In a series of detailed posts, ZachXBT connected Daghita's online activities to over $90 million in suspected illicit transactions, including a notable dispute on Telegram that showcased significant sums reportedly under his control.

During this exchange, substantial amounts of cryptocurrency were demonstrated in real time, linking Daghita to transactions traced back to a U.S. government wallet involved in the notorious Bitfinex hack.

As a response to these allegations, CMDSS's online presence has suddenly vanished, further complicating the investigation.

Prominent figures in the crypto community have voiced their concerns, calling for immediate action to secure government-held digital assets.

This incident underscores the growing scrutiny around cryptocurrency custody and the security of government-managed digital assets as illicit activities rise.

As investigations unfold, the implications of this case could reverberate through the regulatory landscape, potentially impacting the future of crypto asset management in the U.S.