The rain slicked the streets of St. Louis, mirroring the grime clinging to this case. Choe Jong Yong, a ghost in the machine, is the name the FBI is whispering now, but he’s more than just a name on a wanted poster. He’s a conduit, a digital pipeline allegedly funneling funds to the Hermit Kingdom, bypassing international sanctions like they’re speed bumps. For six years, from 2017 to 2023, this man, born July 28, 1998, allegedly wove a web of deceit, using wire fraud, identity theft, and good old-fashioned money laundering to keep the North Korean regime afloat. An IT worker by trade, he traded in bits and bytes, but the currency was survival for a regime known for its brutality.
The feds hit him with a warrant in December, but Jong Yong vanished, swallowed by the shadows. He’s described as Asian male, with brown eyes and black hair – a face that could disappear in any crowd, any city. No known scars or distinguishing marks, just the chilling knowledge that he’s actively working to fund a nation with a history of aggression. The scope of his operation isn’t fully known, but the implications are vast. We’re talking about a conspiracy that stretches beyond borders, potentially involving connections in China, a likely escape route or safe harbor. This isn’t just about breaking the law; it’s about enabling a rogue state.
What’s particularly galling is the cold calculation behind it all. Jong Yong isn’t some street thug; he’s an operator, a tech-savvy criminal allegedly using his skills to circumvent the rules, to line the pockets of a regime that cares little for human life. The FBI believes he’s part of a larger network, a complex scheme designed to generate revenue for North Korea, potentially funding weapons programs. And they’re willing to pay handsomely for information leading to his capture – up to $5 million offered through the Rewards For Justice Program. Five million dollars to dismantle a piece of this dangerous puzzle.
The Department of State isn’t just after Jong Yong, they’re after the entire financial network supporting North Korea’s illicit activities – worker exportation, laundering schemes, even cyberattacks. He’s a key piece, and they need to cut him off. Height and weight are currently unknown, adding to the difficulty of the hunt. This isn’t a game of cat and mouse; it’s a matter of national security.
If you have any information, no matter how small, about the whereabouts of Choe Jong Yong, contact the FBI immediately. Don’t wait. Don’t hesitate. A fortune awaits those who can help bring this man to justice and disrupt the flow of funds to a dangerous regime. The streets are watching, and the silence could be deadly.
🔠Key Facts
| Full Name | Choe Jong Yong |
| Charges | Conspiracy to Violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act; Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud; Money Laundering Conspiracy; Conspiracy to Commit Identity Theft; Aggravated Identity Theft |
| Aliases | None known |
| Date of Birth | July 28, 1998 |
| Race / Sex | asian / Male |
| Nationality | North Korean |
| Height | Unknown |
| Weight | Unknown |
| Eyes / Hair | brown / black |
| Scars & Marks | None reported |
| Location | Missouri |
📋 Source: FBI Most Wanted — Choe Jong Yong
If you have information about this fugitive, contact your local FBI field office or submit a tip at tips.fbi.gov.
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