On Monday, May 11, 2026, the United States government filed a civil forfeiture complaint in the US District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, seeking to forfeit approximately $12.4 million in assets linked to an alleged marijuana trafficking and money laundering scheme. The complaint targets assets believed to be proceeds from operations run by Calvin Hunnicutt.

The investigation, which commenced in September 2021, uncovered evidence of multi-ton marijuana shipments originating from China and California, destined for distribution in various cities, including St. Louis. A significant seizure occurred in October 2021 when investigators intercepted 3,600 pounds of marijuana from a storage facility in Maryland Heights, Missouri, an event that led to the identification of Hunnicutt’s alleged involvement.

According to the complaint, Hunnicutt is accused of orchestrating a sophisticated money laundering operation. This operation allegedly utilized shell companies and numerous financial accounts to obscure the origins of illicit funds derived from drug sales. The scheme reportedly involved the movement of money through digital payment platforms like Cash App and Zelle, as well as through pass-through accounts and legitimate-seeming marijuana businesses.

The assets targeted for forfeiture are extensive and include over $10 million in cash seized from various locations between July 2024 and July 2025. Additionally, the government seeks to forfeit cryptocurrency valued at nearly $5.1 million, which has been converted to cash. This includes funds representing Ethereum and Bitcoin. Bank account funds from JPMorgan Chase and CashApp, totaling over $1.1 million, are also named in the complaint.

The forfeiture action also encompasses high-value jewelry, such as diamond rings, Van Cleef & Arpels bracelets, Cartier bangles, and a prominent platinum engagement ring featuring an 8.25-carat oval diamond. Several luxury watches, including three Rolex timepieces and a Richard Mille ‘Bubba Watson’ watch, are also listed. A substantial check for $956,059.79 from Preferred Bank is also part of the seized assets.

The government’s complaint outlines three counts for forfeiture, citing violations related to assets derived from drug trafficking and money laundering activities.

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