The rain slicked the streets of New York, mirroring the grime clinging to this case. Seyed Ali Mirkarimi, a ghost in the machine, a phantom selling secrets to the highest bidder across oceans. The Feds are hunting him, and for good reason. This isn’t some two-bit street hustler; this is a breach of national security wrapped in lines of code. Mirkarimi, born in Zanjan, Iran in 1983, allegedly spearheaded a scheme to pilfer proprietary data from American computer systems, then peddling it to Iranian universities and, damningly, the Iranian government itself. Think of the blueprints, the research, the intellectual property – all funneled into the hands of a regime not known for playing by the rules.
The man is described as six feet tall, around 185 pounds, with brown hair and eyes. A relatively unremarkable description, except when you consider the damage he’s accused of inflicting. He worked as a contractor for the Mabna Institute, a private outfit with deep ties to the Iranian government. Essentially, he was a digital mercenary, paid to break and enter, not into homes, but into the fortified servers of American businesses and institutions. The charges are stacked: conspiracy to commit computer hacking, wire fraud, aggravated identity theft. It’s a laundry list of digital felonies, each one a potential national security risk.
What makes this case particularly chilling is the scale. This wasn’t a lone hacker acting out of teenage rebellion. This was a coordinated effort, a calculated attack on American innovation and security. The FBI believes Mirkarimi is back in Iran, a significant hurdle in bringing him to justice. He speaks Farsi, is deeply connected to his homeland, and is considered a major international flight risk. The Bureau is offering a substantial reward for information leading to his capture, but the clock is ticking. Every day he remains free, every piece of stolen data remains in Iranian hands, the danger grows.
This isn’t just about stolen data; it’s about leverage. It’s about the potential to disrupt, to exploit, to undermine. Mirkarimi isn’t just a criminal; he’s a weaponized asset. The Feds are chasing shadows, trying to piece together his movements, his contacts, his next move. They need help.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Seyed Ali Mirkarimi, no matter how insignificant it may seem, contact the FBI immediately. Don’t wait for the next breach, the next stolen secret. A tip could be the key to dismantling this operation and bringing a dangerous fugitive to justice. Contact your local FBI field office or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. Silence isn’t an option.
🔠Key Facts
| Full Name | Seyed Ali Mirkarimi |
| Charges | Conspiracy to Commit Computer Hacking; Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud; Computer Fraud – Unauthorized Access for Private Financial Gain; Wire Fraud; Aggravated Identity Theft |
| Aliases | None known |
| Date of Birth | September 20, 1983 |
| Race / Sex | white / Male |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Height | 6’0″ |
| Weight | 185 lbs |
| Eyes / Hair | brown / brown |
| Scars & Marks | None reported |
| Location | New York |
📋 Source: FBI Most Wanted — Seyed Ali Mirkarimi
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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