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France was rocked this week by yet another crime targeting people who hold cryptocurrencies. A 23‑year‑old man was seized in a suburb of Paris and forced to reveal where he kept his digital keys. This case highlights how real‑world dangers can follow the money trails in the blockchain world.
Kidnapping In Paris Suburb
According to Le Parisien, the young man was taken in Maisons‑Alfort on Tuesday. He was held for several hours before being released in nearby Créteil. Authorities say the attackers used violence to make him talk. They didn’t just want his cash.
