Kidnapping for crypto: Spanish, Danish police smash cross-border gang

Spanish and Danish police dismantle a cross-border gang that kidnapped and killed a crypto holder, underscoring the rise of violent ‘wrench attacks.’ Spanish authorities have arrested five individuals and coordinated with Danish police to charge four others in connection with…

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France Makes Several Arrests Over Swiss Crypto Kidnapping Case

A Swiss man was rescued from a crypto-linked kidnapping in France, raising fears of a new crime wave that could disrupt the Web3 sector. The post France Makes Several Arrests Over Swiss Crypto Kidnapping Case appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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$3 Million Crypto Debt Drove Man to Plan Kidnapping, Finger Amputations

Crypto-related crimes are escalating, with kidnappings and mutilation plots surfacing in Florida and London, fueled by high-stakes digital assets. The post $3 Million Crypto Debt Drove Man to Plan Kidnapping, Finger Amputations appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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London Court Convicts Four in Failed Kidnapping of Belgian Barber Mistaken for Crypto Millionaire

Сообщение London Court Convicts Four in Failed Kidnapping of Belgian Barber Mistaken for Crypto Millionaire появились сначала на Coinstelegram.

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Belgian Court sentences three for crypto coach’s wife kidnapping

A Belgian court has sentenced three for the abduction of a crypto coach’s wife, marking another high-profile case amid the rising wave of crypto kidnappings in France. The Brussels Criminal Court court has sentenced three kidnappers to 12 years in…

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Australian crypto billionaire escapes kidnapping attempt after biting off attacker’s finger

Australian billionaire Tim Heath escaped a planned abduction in Estonia after a group of attackers attempted to extort his digital assets in a coordinated operation. According to local media, Heath had to physically fight off his attackers during the ambush,…

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France Shocked by Another Crypto Kidnapping Case Targeting Ledger User

France has seen a rise in crypto-related kidnappings, with the 10th reported this year. The recent abduction involved a Ledger wallet and €5,000, and the attackers remain unapprehended. The post France Shocked by Another Crypto Kidnapping Case Targeting Ledger User appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Victim’s empty wallet ends latest French crypto kidnapping

The ongoing wave of crypto kidnapping-for-ransom in France has recently claimed another victim. But this time, the attackers walked away empty-handed. A 26-year-old TikTok influencer was the latest target in the troubling trend of crypto-linked kidnappings in France. According to…

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France makes new arrests in ongoing crypto kidnapping case

French authorities have arrested more suspects believed to be linked to a string of violent abductions targeting cryptocurrency executives and their families. According to a June 11 Barron’s report, the latest arrests were made on Tuesday as part of the…

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Morocco arrests key suspect in French crypto kidnapping spree

Moroccan authorities have arrested Badiss Mohamed Amide Bajjou, a French-Moroccan national accused of playing a leading role in a string of high-profile kidnappings targeting cryptocurrency executives and their families in France.

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Mastermind Behind French Crypto Kidnapping Cases Arrested in Morocco

The arrest of Badiss Mohamed Amide Bajjou in Morocco is a significant breakthrough in the French crypto kidnapping case, but concerns remain about the global rise of similar crimes. The post Mastermind Behind French Crypto Kidnapping Cases Arrested in Morocco appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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France brings charges against 25 in crypto kidnapping conspiracy

French prosecutors have formally charged 25 people, some as young as 16, in connection with a series of attempted kidnappings targeting crypto industry figures and their families. According to local media, the charges follow a string of high-profile abduction plots…

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Crypto Investors Charged in Manhattan Kidnapping and Torture Case Over Bitcoin Theft

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Two crypto investors charged with kidnapping and torturing a man for his Bitcoin password

Police have apprehended two crypto investors who were allegedly involved in the kidnapping and torturing of an Italian man in a Manhattan townhouse. The victim claimed his captors forced him to reveal his Bitcoin account password. According to a recent…

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Crypto Investor Faces Kidnapping, Torture Charges After Weeks-Long NYC Apartment Ordeal

Сообщение Crypto Investor Faces Kidnapping, Torture Charges After Weeks-Long NYC Apartment Ordeal появились сначала на Coinstelegram.

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US Investor Charged With Kidnapping And Torturing Italian Tourist For Weeks Over Bitcoin Password

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U.S. Crypto Investor Charged With Kidnapping and Torturing Victim Over Bitcoin

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Crypto entrepreneur arrested for kidnapping and torturing his ex-business partner with chainsaw and cocaine

This incident highlights the potential for extreme criminal behavior in the crypto industry, raising concerns about security and trust. The post Crypto entrepreneur arrested for kidnapping and torturing his ex-business partner with chainsaw and cocaine appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Why France is suddenly the world’s epicenter for “crypto kidnappings”

What do the latest France crypto kidnapping cases say about how wealth, risk, and reality now collide? France crypto kidnapping goes beyond cybercrime In recent months, a concerning trend has been unfolding in France. Several individuals linked to the crypto…

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Shocking video footage of attempted kidnapping of crypto CEO’s daughter in Paris surfaces

Video footage caught four masked men attempting to kidnap the daughter and grandson of crypto exchange Paymium CEO Pierre Noizat in Paris during broad daylight. According to a report by European media AFP, police sources have found video footage showing…

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Crypto Executive’s Daughter Escapes Kidnapping Attempt in Central Paris

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Attempted Kidnapping of Crypto Executive’s Daughter Foiled in Central Paris

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Florida teens accused of kidnapping man at gunpoint and stealing $4m in crypto

Three Florida teenagers are facing charges of kidnapping, robbery, and extortion after allegedly abducting a man at gunpoint and stealing $4 million in crypto and non-fungible tokens. According to local media, two of the suspects, both 16 years old from…

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Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Kidnapped in France

The crypto world has been rocked by the shocking kidnapping of David Balland, co-founder of Ledger, a leading hardware wallet manufacturer.   On Tuesday, Balland and his wife were taken from their home in central France.

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Ledger Co-Founder's Kidnapping Highlights Threat of Crypto Robberies

David Balland and his wife were rescued in a police operation involving elite units, Paris Prosecutor Laure Beccuau said.

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Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Rescued from Kidnappers in France

Ledger co-founder David Balland has been rescued after a kidnapping. While no ransom was paid, the case underscores growing crypto risks. The post Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Rescued from Kidnappers in France appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Report: Ledger co-founder David Balland released after kidnapping

Ledger co-founder David Balland had been kidnapped on Tuesday Earlier reports claimed the other Ledger co-founder Eric Larchevêque was the one kidnapped The kidnappers reportedly demanded a significant amount of ransom in crypto Kidnappers have released David Balland, a retired co-founder of crypto hardware wallet maker Ledger.

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Ledger co-founder David Balland and wife released following kidnapping and high-stakes rescue operation

The incident highlights the growing security risks in the crypto industry, emphasizing the need for enhanced protective measures for key figures. The post Ledger co-founder David Balland and wife released following kidnapping and high-stakes rescue operation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Crypto moderator forced into hiding after kidnapping and torture attempt: report

A volunteer moderator of a cryptocurrency forum has gone into hiding with his family after surviving an alleged kidnapping attempt, according to a report by Quebec’s La Presse. The suspects reportedly targeted the man, believing he held millions in Bitcoin…

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Local Pakistani crypto trader abducted and forced to transfer $340k

Ransom victim recounts harrowing ordeal as kidnappers force transfer of life savings. On Dec. 25, 2024, in Karachi, Pakistan, seven suspects—including an officer from the Counter-Terrorism Department—were taken into custody on suspicion of participating in the kidnapping of a cryptocurrency…

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Shocking Kidnapping Incident Involving Crypto Influencer’s Family Member

Сообщение Shocking Kidnapping Incident Involving Crypto Influencer’s Family Member появились сначала на Coinstelegram.

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Binance’s $1.6m crypto trace leads Malaysian police to kidnappers

Binance, along with the Royal Malaysia Police, have successfully traced $1.6 million in kidnapping ransom paid for the release of a 59-year-old businessman. The prominent cryptocurrency exchange collaborated with Malaysian law enforcement to track a portion of the $4.5 million…

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Kidnapped WonderFi CEO released after paying $720k ransom

Dean Skurka is the president and CEO of WonderFi, a Canadian crypto company Skurka was forced into a vehicle in downtown Toronto during rush hour He said that client funds and data remain safe and weren’t impacted by the kidnapping The kidnapped CEO of Canadian cryptocurrency company WonderFi has returned safely after electronically transferring CAD$1 […] The post Kidnapped WonderFi CEO released after paying $720k ransom appeared first on CoinJournal.

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Crypto Ransom Paid After Kidnapping

CEO of WonderFi—a prominent Canadian crypto holding company—was abducted in Toronto and released after a ransom payment of $720,000.

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Crypto CEO kidnapped in Toronto, $1m ransom paid for release

Toronto police are investigating the kidnapping of Dean Skurka, CEO of WonderFi. Skurka was abducted in downtown Toronto during rush hour on Wednesday, Nov. 6. He was later released after a $1 million ransom was paid electronically, per CBC. The…

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Malaysian police pursuing four suspects after $1.2m crypto kidnapping ransom

Four suspects remain at large in a Malaysian kidnapping case where $1.2 million in cryptocurrency was paid as ransom, with police already arresting 14 others. Police in Malaysia are on the hunt for four people suspected to have taken part…

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Hong Kong father-son surrender in $2m crypto investor kidnapping case

Hong Kong father and son surrender in crypto investor abduction, exposing the city’s violent crime wave and a $1.9 million financial dispute. A Hong Kong businessman and his son surrendered to police due to their involvement in the kidnapping of…

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These Are The Risks of Showcasing Crypto Profits on Social Media

Flashing cryptocurrency riches on social media has led to severe consequences, from kidnapping to murder. This piece dives into the perils and the importance of balancing success and personal security.

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Ontario court documents describe kidnap, ransom, torture of $41M crypto scammer

New court filings in the case of Aiden Pleterski — the self-proclaimed ‘Crypto King’ of Canada — reveal previously undisclosed details of his kidnapping and torture — which occurred over three days December 2022 as a result of a botched crypto investment scheme.

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Mystery of Crypto Ransomers Kidnapping Norwegian Millionaire's Wife Remains Unsolved

More details have emerged about the mysterious kidnapping of the Norwegian billionaire’s wife

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Crypto Trader Kidnapped by Gang in Hong Kong

The kidnapping highlights the dangers of peer-to-peer trading

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Istanbul cops raid fake Crypto Investment scam holding 100 people captive

According to reports from local news outlets, a Chinese gang of 18 suspects was recently detained by the police authorities of Istanbul on account of kidnapping and operating a crypto scam scheme. The gang which held its operations in Silivri in the Province of Istanbul, Turkey, attracted 101 people including two Turkmens, 95 Chinese nationals, […]

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The Most Reliable Bitcoin Mixer BitMix.Biz – Your Fast Crypto Security in 2020

The one who called himself Satoshi Nakomoto, created cryptocurrency so that anyone can keep their financial life untouchable and protected from the interference of others. However, requirements of customer disclosure put these principles at risk and ordinary users under threat of theft, extortion, and even kidnapping by bandits.

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Story About Crypto Ransomers Kidnapping Norwegian Billionaire?s Wife Takes Shocking Turn

Norwegian tycoon has been arrested for murdering his wife and trying to sidetrack investigators with a fake Monero ransom story

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$840,000 Bitcoin ransom plot foiled, kidnapped crypto traders rescued

Police in India have rescued three people, including two cryptocurrency traders, that were held to ransom for two weeks to the sum of 80 Bitcoin ($840,000). At 2. 30am on Sunday, a man with a pistol was spotted outside Shankara Residency in Bhankrota.

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Bitcoin Kidnappers Busted in Pakistan, Local Officials Are Part of the Gang

Police have arrested the gang responsible for kidnapping a person in Lahore, high ranking officials and a crypto exchanger are involved

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Police Officers Conspire with Kidnappers and Demand $142,000 Bitcoin Ransom

Everyone wants to get into crypto. And while most of us get into crypto through legal means, police in Pakistan turned to crime. Three police officers were part of a kidnapping case and demanded 20 million rupees ($142,000).

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FBI looks into 100+ Cyrpto-Related cases

These cases “encompass crimes such as human trafficking, illicit drug sales, kidnapping and ransomware attacks.” Also read: Yahoo! Japan Confirms Entrance Into the Crypto Space FBI’s 130 Crypto-Related Cases The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reportedly “has 130 cases tied to cryptocurrencies,” according to Supervisory Special Agent Kyle Armstrong. “There are thousands of cases in the

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The FBI Agent estimates 130 Crypto Investigations Annaye

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is currently running 130 different cryptocurrency-related investigations, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. FBI Supervisory Special Agent Kyle Armstrong told the Crypto Evolved conference in New York that the agency is investigating a variety of crimes, including human trafficking, drug transactions, kidnapping and ransomware, which have a cryptocurrency component, according to

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