Rostislav Panev, a dual Russian and Israeli national, was extradited to the U.S. from Israel following his arrest in August 2024. Charged with being a developer for the notorious LockBit ransomware group, which attacked thousands of organizations globally, Panev played a key role in the gang's operations from 2019 to 2024, contributing significantly to its malicious activities. The LockBit group is responsible for over $500 million in criminal profits and affected entities ranging from small businesses to critical infrastructure. Panev's extradition underscores the U.S. commitment to holding cybercriminals accountable.
Rostislav Panev's extradition to the District of New Jersey makes it clear: if you are a member of the LockBit ransomware conspiracy, the United States will find you and bring you to justice.
LockBit grew to become one of the most prolific ransomware groups, attacking more than 2,500 entities in at least 120 countries around the world.
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