French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau commended law enforcement for their stellar work in ensuring the man's safe return. The recent incident echoes another high-profile case involving David Balland, a co-founder of Ledger, who was also kidnapped with his wife earlier this year, further underscoring a disturbing trend within the cryptocurrency community.
Kidnapped Father of Crypto Millionaire Found Safe in Paris
Kidnapped Father of Crypto Millionaire Found Safe in Paris
French police successfully rescued a man kidnapped in connection with the cryptocurrency industry, revealing a troubling trend in high-profile abductions.
In a significant development, French authorities have successfully liberated the father of a cryptocurrency millionaire from a kidnapping ordeal in a Paris suburb. The victim was seized in broad daylight by four masked assailants in central Paris before being taken to a location in Palaiseau. Upon rescue, he was found with a finger missing, highlighting the serious nature of the crime. The suspects, who are currently under interrogation, had allegedly demanded a ransom ranging from 5 to 7 million euros for the victim's release. This incident marks the third kidnapping linked to the cryptocurrency sector in France this year, raising concerns about rising criminal activity targeting wealthy individuals associated with digital assets.
