- A 29-year-old Moroccan citizen has been kidnapped and killed in Kyiv
- Attackers forced to transfer 2.55 BTC to their wallets
- The attackers were caught and may be sentenced to life imprisonment
A 29-year-old Moroccan citizen was kidnapped and murdered in Kyiv, with the perpetrators forcing him to transfer 2.55 BTC to their wallets.
Details of the Tragic Incident
Kyiv police reported that the victim was abducted from his home in the Solomianskyi district around midnight.
Neighbors heard his screams and saw him being forcibly taken into a car. Also, kidnapping was partially captured on surveillance cameras.
The suspects allegedly changed the appearance and license plates of the vehicle used in the crime to conceal their actions.
Stolen Bitcoin was converted into US dollars and euros before the suspects were apprehended.
During the operation, police seized the money, the car used in the kidnapping, and other significant evidence.
What Is Known About the Assailants?
Kyiv police, along with a special police unit, arrested four suspects aged 24 to 29 in connection with the crime.
The suspects are yet to be sentenced, but they face life imprisonment on multiple charges, including murder, robbery, illegal deprivation of liberty by an organized group, and concealment of a crime.
Conclusion
Such incidents involving kidnappings for cryptocurrency have occurred before, as tokens are more challenging to trace compared to cash or traditional bank accounts.
This highlights the importance of being cautious about the information we share on social media, especially regarding finances.
