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Kidnapping, torture in attempt to steal Bitcoin password | FOX 5 News

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2 days ago

May 28, 2025

www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-05-28 21:05:06

SUMMARY: Two crypto investors, William Duplexie and John Waltz, are charged with kidnapping and torturing an Italian man for nearly 17 days in a Manhattan Soho townhouse to steal his Bitcoin password. They allegedly tied him up, shocked him with wires, cut his leg with a saw, and forced him to smoke crack. The victim escaped by convincing a traffic cop to help him. This violent act highlights a growing trend called “wrench attacks,” where crypto investors are targeted worldwide. Evidence found included a saw, night vision goggles, and photos threatening the victim. The case reflects increasing dangers faced by crypto investors.

Another crypto investor is charged in court, authorities say he kidnapped and tortured a man in an attempt to steal his bitcoin password.

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