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$5.4M UK crypto theft case ends with 11-year prison sentences
The Cryptonomist·July 16, 2026·1 min read
A UK crypto theft case involving $5.4 million in stolen cryptocurrency ended with three men receiving 11-year prison sentences. The criminals used fake police websites and impersonated law enforcement officers. A paper trail of luxury spending helped investigators solve the case and secure convictions.
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