Two Arrested for Kidnapping and Torturing Crypto Business Partner—Police
Two suspects have been arrested and charged in connection with the kidnapping and torture of a cryptocurrency business partner in a SoHo luxury apartment in New York City, according to the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and local media reports.
Why It Matters
This case highlights the growing intersection between cryptocurrency wealth and violent crime, as digital assets become increasingly valuable targets for extortion schemes.
The incident occurred in one of Manhattan’s most upscale neighborhoods, raising concerns about how cryptocurrency-related crimes are evolving and the extreme measures perpetrators will employ to access digital wallets worth millions.
What To Know
In an email response to Newsweek on Saturday afternoon, a NYPD…
