KIDNAPPING SCHEME

May 29 2025CRIME

Bitcoin Billionaire's Nightmare: The Crypto Extortion Plot

In the heart of New York City, a chilling crime unfolded. A wealthy Italian Bitcoin investor found himself in a horrifying situation. He was held captive and tortured in a luxurious townhouse. The alleged masterminds behind this scheme were two men known for their extravagant spending at an exclusive nightclub. The men were John Woeltz and William Duplessie. The...

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Oct 11 2024CRIME

Fake Kidnappings: AI Voices Trick Parents into Paying Ransom

Imagine receiving a call where your child's voice begs for help, claiming they've been kidnapped. Unfortunately, this isn't a movie scene but a real-life scam happening across the U.S. Scammers are using advanced AI technology to mimic voices, tricking parents into believing their loved ones have been kidnapped. They then demand ransom money. This tactic recently ta...

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