Key Points:
- The FBI sets a $10,000 reward for clear tips. Agents want help to find Olumide Adebiyi Adediran.
- He fled Illinois in 2001 before a federal trial. A judge later issued a warrant on 2 January 2002.
- The FBI lists bank, ID, and credit card fraud. He also used stolen names to open cash accounts.
The FBI has set a $10,000 reward for tips. Agents want a lead on Olumide Adebiyi Adediran. He fled Illinois in 2001 before his court date. The Bureau says good info can earn the cash.
On X, @FBI called for help and shared details. It wrote, “We offer a reward of up to $10,000”. The post says he ran days before a trial. That offer equals about ₦14 million today in Nigeria.
FBI reward details
Court papers say he broke his release terms in 2001. He left the Central District of Illinois and hid. A federal judge signed a warrant on 2 January 2002. The reward covers tips that lead to arrest and conviction.
Earlier this month, we covered the Tyler Robinson FBI case. That report shows steady law moves across the States. This update keeps readers alert on key crime stories. You can share tips while you stay safe, too.
Case background and charges
The FBI lists bank fraud as one main charge. It also lists ID document fraud and device misuse. Records say he tried a fake cheque in Champaign. He used stolen names to open bank and card accounts.
Last week, we reported a Charlie Kirk suspect custody update. Law teams act fast when tips point to clear leads. This fresh reward may spark new calls and clues. If you know him, call local agents right away.
