Victim, a 28 -year -old was kept in a high standard apartment, where she suffered physical aggression and constant threats
An investor of identified as John Woeltz, 37, was arrested on charges of kidnapping and torturing a man for a period of three weeks, with the aim of stealing bitcoins. The victim, a 28 -year -old, was kept in a high standard apartment where she suffered physical aggression and constant threats. Authorities reported that Woeltz faces several charges, including kidnapping, aggression, private jail and illegal possession of firearms. He remains in custody, with no possibility of bail, while awaiting the progress of the judicial process. The victim, who had arrived at New York from Italy in early May, managed to escape captivity and seek help. The kidnapping began on May 6, when the man was approached and forcibly taken to the place where he was kept in inhuman conditions. The investigations continue, and the police are analyzing the details of the case to better understand the circumstances that led to this violent crime. The situation raises concerns about the security of cryptocurrency investors, who can become targets of criminal actions due to the value of their assets.
Posted by Sarah Paula
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