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From Prison Cell to $2.7M Crypto Heist, Scottish Criminal Gets 8 More Years

Bitcoin.com News·November 11, 2026·1 min read
From Prison Cell to $2.7M Crypto Heist, Scottish Criminal Gets 8 More Years

A Scottish prisoner who orchestrated a £2 million cryptocurrency robbery from his cell received an additional eight years in prison. The scheme combined cybercrime with a home invasion, but failed when victims refused to open their door. The case highlights the intersection of traditional crime and digital assets.

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