WonderFi Crypto CEO Dean Skurka Kidnapped for $1M Ransom
Dean Skurka, the CEO of Toronto-based crypto company WonderFi Technologies, was kidnapped on Wednesday evening in downtown Toronto. The incident occurred near University Avenue and Richmond Street W. just before 6 p.m., during rush hour.
According to Toronto Police, Skurka was forced into a vehicle by suspects who demanded a $1 million ransom. Fortunately, he was later found unharmed in Centennial Park, Etobicoke, after the ransom was paid electronically.
Skurka later confirmed the incident to CBC Toronto, stating, “The safety and security of all of WonderFi’s employees are paramount. Client funds and data remain safe, and were not impacted by this incident.”
This kidnapping is part of a growing trend in which criminals target…
