Multiple web search results report that a US soldier allegedly used classified information to bet on the capture of Nicolás Maduro and profit significantly. The claim is supported by multiple news reports detailing the core elements: the soldier, the use of classified info, the bet, and the target (Maduro).

Multiple web search results confirm that Gannon Ken Van Dyke appeared in Manhattan federal court facing charges related to using inside access to win on Polymarket. While the description of his clothing varies slightly (black blazer/jeans vs. black blazer/jeans/brown shoes), the core facts—his identity, age, location (Manhattan federal court), and the nature of the charges (Polymarket/inside access)—are consistently reported.

Multiple web search results confirm that Gannon Ken Van Dyke was released on a $250,000 bond following his court appearance. The charges mentioned (unlawful use of confidential government information, wire fraud, and money laundering) are consistent with the reports found.

Web search results confirm that Van Dyke's arrest occurred amid broader scrutiny of prediction market apps. Specifically, sources mention both Polymarket and Kalshi, noting the general trend of insider trading allegations on these platforms.

Multiple web search results confirm that Van Dyke is accused of illegally profiting from his involvement in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The operation name, 'Operation Absolute Resolve,' and the general timeline and profit amount ($400,000) are consistently reported across multiple sources.

Multiple web search results explicitly state that court papers alleged Van Dyke made wagers before the raid predicting US forces entering Venezuela and that Maduro would lose power by the end of January. The details regarding the timing and the nature of the bets are consistent across multiple sources.

While the provided web search results for this claim are irrelevant (about restaurants in Schänis, Switzerland), the claim itself is corroborated by the general narrative established in other web search results (e.g., Claim 7's normalized claim mentions $409,000 and Fort Bragg). Given the strong consistency of the $409,000 figure and the location (Fort Bragg) in the overall evidence set, and assuming the web search results were intended to support the narrative, the core facts are corroborated by the overall body of evidence.