The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) is investigating allegations involving the unauthorized transfer of cryptocurrency that had been seized by the U.S. government and placed under federal custody. The matter centers on claims that the son of Dean Daghita, president of CMDSS, may have accessed and moved a portion of those digital assets. CMDSS is an information technology firm that provides services to the Department of Justice and the Department of Defense and was contracted to assist in safeguarding cryptocurrencies seized during law enforcement operations.
According to an investigator familiar with the inquiry, a video circulating within a private Telegram group allegedly shows Daghita’s son displaying significant cryptocurrency holdings. In the recording, he is seen referencing approximately $2.3 million in digital assets and later transferring an additional $6.7 million in Ethereum (ETH) to a separate wallet address. Investigators are examining whether the assets shown in the video can be linked to seized government holdings, including funds connected to approximately $90 million in cryptocurrency confiscated during 2024 and 2025.
The investigation has attracted attention due to Dean Daghita’s executive role at CMDSS, which currently holds a federal contract related to the management and disposition of forfeited cryptocurrency assets. At this stage, no charges have been announced. The USMS has confirmed that an investigation is ongoing but declined to comment further, citing the active nature of the case.
The situation has raised broader questions about custody controls and security protocols for government-held digital assets. As the federal government’s involvement in cryptocurrency seizures continues to expand, officials and industry observers have emphasized the importance of robust oversight, access controls, and auditing procedures to reduce the risk of unauthorized activity.
The USMS is responsible for managing assets seized during criminal investigations, including real estate, cash, jewelry, antiques, vehicles, and digital currencies.
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