The person at the center of this case
Current and former United States Government officials
Cold Case · Open - Wanted for Questioning
MOHAMMAD MAHDI KHANPOUR ARDESTANI
Mohammad Mahdi Khanpour Ardestani, an Iranian intelligence officer, is wanted for questioning in connection with recruiting individuals for operations in the United States, including lethal targeting of current and former U.S. Government officials in retaliation for the killing of IRGC-QF Commander Qasem Soleimani. He also recruited individuals for surveillance activities at religious sites, businesses, and other facilities across the United States.
United States
🏛️ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - Miami Field Office
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Case Summary
Mohammad Mahdi Khanpour Ardestani, an Iranian intelligence officer, is wanted for questioning in connection with recruiting individuals for operations in the United States, including lethal targeting of current and former U.S. Government officials in retaliation for the killing of IRGC-QF Commander Qasem Soleimani. He also recruited individuals for surveillance activities at religious sites, businesses, and other facilities across the United States.
Points of Interest / Key Leads
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suspect
Lead #1Mohammad Mahdi Khanpour Ardestani - Iranian intelligence officer, alias Ali Akbar Khan Purardestani, born September 21, 1980
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clue
Lead #2Ardestani has ties to or may visit Iran and Venezuela
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evidence
Lead #3Recruitment of individuals for lethal targeting operations and surveillance activities
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contact
Lead #4Report information to local FBI office or nearest American Embassy or Consulate
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Case Information
Case Type:
Cold Case
Status:
Open - Wanted for Questioning
Case Number:458
Started:March 15, 2026
Last Updated:April 26, 2026