FBI Offers $200,000 Reward for Capture of Ex-Air Force Specialist Wanted in Iran
May 15, 2026 • Google News World
The FBI has announced a $200,000 reward for information leading to the capture of an ex-Air Force intelligence specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran. The individual, identified as Monica Witt, is accused of spying for Iran after leaving the US military.
According to reports, Witt, who served as a special agent with the Air Force’s Office of Special Investigations, allegedly traveled to Iran and provided sensitive information to Iranian officials. The FBI has been investigating her activities since 2019.
The agency is seeking tips from the public that may lead to Witt’s capture or the discovery of additional evidence related to her alleged espionage activities. The reward is being offered in conjunction with the US Department of Justice and other law enforcement agencies.
Witt’s case has garnered significant attention due to its high-profile nature and the serious charges she faces. Her actions are believed to have compromised national security and put sensitive information at risk.
The FBI is urging anyone with information about Witt’s whereabouts or activities to come forward. The agency can be contacted through its tip line or online submission form.
Monica Witt was born in 1978 and enlisted in the Air Force in 1997. She served for over a decade before leaving the military in 2016. After her departure, she traveled to Iran and allegedly began providing sensitive information to Iranian officials.
The FBI’s investigation into Witt’s activities is ongoing, and the agency continues to seek information from the public that may lead to her capture or the discovery of additional evidence related to her alleged espionage activities.
Source: Google News World