An Ontario judge has shuttered the release of Rolan Sokolovski, a 37-year-old jeweler accused of acting as the financial engine for a global cocaine empire. The ruling, delivered February 20, 2026, keeps Sokolovski behind bars as he fights extradition to the United States.
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- Crypto-Fueled Flight Risk: The court highlighted Sokolovski’s access to millions in cryptocurrency. Because digital assets are untraceable and accessible globally, the judge ruled that traditional bail conditions (like house arrest or ankle monitors) were “meaningless.”
- The “De Facto” Banker: Prosecutors allege Sokolovski—known in the underworld as “Sushi”—managed the organization’s digital wallets and laundered cash into luxury goods, including a $13 million Mercedes-Benz for the group’s leader.
- Proximity to Leadership: Evidence suggests Sokolovski was essentially third-in-command, serving as a bridge between the street-level operations and the leadership in Mexico.
The “Wedding” Organization Status Report
The case continues to ripple through the Canadian and U.S. legal systems. Here is where the key players stand:
| Name | Role | Current Status |
| Ryan Wedding | Alleged Kingpin / Former Olympian | Extradited from Mexico; in U.S. custody. |
| Rolan Sokolovski | Money Launderer / Jeweler | Bail Denied; awaiting extradition. |
| Allistair Chapman | Alleged Murder Accomplice | Bail Denied in Calgary (Feb 2026). |
| Deepak Paradkar | Lawyer / Accused Murder Counsel | Out on Bail; under appeal by the Crown. |
The Bottom Line
Sokolovski’s detention marks a major win for U.S. and Canadian authorities. They argue his incarceration is vital to preventing the destruction of evidence and ensuring he doesn’t disappear into the same shadow networks he helped build for Ryan Wedding.
