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Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Member Shahram Poursafi

Rewards for Justice offers a reward for information on Shahram Poursafi, an IRGC member involved in activities against U.S. interests.

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3 months ago

September 26, 2024

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The U.S. Department of State has announced a significant reward for information regarding Shahram Poursafi, a member of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Reward Offer Details

The Rewards for Justice (RFJ) program is offering up to million for information that leads to Poursafi’s arrest or conviction. This program, administered by the Diplomatic Security Service, aims to combat terrorism and threats to U.S. national security.

Background on Shahram Poursafi – Rewards for Justice

Poursafi, also known by several aliases, including Shahram Pursafi and Mehdi Rezayi, is a uniformed member of the IRGC. U.S. officials believe he acted on behalf of the IRGC-Qods Force to orchestrate the murder of former National Security Adviser John Bolton.

Details of the Alleged Plot

Between October 2021 and April 2022, Poursafi attempted to hire individuals within the United States for the murder plot. He offered 10,000 for the assassination of Bolton in Washington, D.C., or Maryland, and provided resources to facilitate the act.

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Legal Consequences and Designations

On August 5, 2022, the U.S. Department of Justice unsealed a criminal complaint against Poursafi for his involvement in the conspiracy. If convicted, he could face a maximum of 25 years in prison and hefty fines for his actions.

Designation as a Global Terrorist

On June 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of the Treasury designated Poursafi as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. This designation blocks his assets under U.S. jurisdiction and prohibits American individuals from engaging in transactions with him.

Call for Public Assistance

The U.S. government encourages anyone with information about Shahram Poursafi to contact the RFJ program. Tips can be submitted via Signal or through a secure Tor-based reporting channel, ensuring confidentiality and potential relocation for informants.