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Bitcoin, Brutality, and a Manhattan Townhouse: The Shocking Standoff That Gripped New York’s Crypto Underground

Bitcoin, Brutality, and a Manhattan Townhouse: The Shocking Standoff That Gripped New York’s Crypto Underground

A high-profile Manhattan kidnapping targeted a crypto investor for his Bitcoin password, revealing the real-world risks tied to digital currency. Criminals, including alleged ringleader John Woeltz, used violence and intimidation, highlighting the dangers behind cryptocurrency anonymity and wealth. The victim’s daring escape
25 May 2025