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Crypto crime spills over from behind the screen to real-life violence
An alleged kidnapping in New York is the latest instance in which authorities say cryptocurrency-related crimes have involved ...
What we know about the NYC crypto kidnapping and torture case
John Woeltz, 37, and William Duplessie, 33 -- face kidnapping, assault and unlawful imprisonment charges in the case.
Crypto kidnappings on the rise as criminals resort to "wrench attacks"
The recent case of an Italian tourist who was kidnapped in New York City and tortured by people allegedly after his ...
NYPD officers entangled in crypto torture case after Bitcoin investor escaped from townhouse of horrors
The service of the two officers has been "modified," the NYPD confirmed, as an internal review into their potential ...
Crypto bigwig accused of torture of bitcoin dealer in NYC townhouse sports scowl as he’s thrown behind bars without bail
The second suspect in the alleged kidnapping and torture of an Italian bitcoin dealer inside a SoHo townhouse was seen ...
Insurance companies race to cover crypto kidnap and ransom risks
A surge in violent attacks on crypto holders is driving insurers to develop kidnap and ransom policies tailored for digital ...
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ZachXBT calls for tougher penalties on SIM swappers cites teen hacker case
Zach is demanding real consequences after tracking a teenager who stole $37 million in crypto without facing public exposure ...
2nd crypto bigwig in SoHo torture case to surrender, sources say — as Catholic priest performs ritual at site
The Euro exec became a person of interest in the case after the arrest of Kentucky crypto king John Woeltz on Friday for ...
NYC cops linked to crypto torture case put on modified duties: Report
The New York Police Department has reportedly placed two officers on modified duties after the pair was accused of being ...