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Former FBI Agent Pleads Guilty to Stealing $2.5M in Crypto From 35 Investigations

Decrypt·November 6, 2026·1 min read

Former FBI agent Patrick Yaroch pleaded guilty to stealing $2.5 million in crypto from 35 investigations, using credentials collected by the FBI. He also asked ChatGPT for advice on starting a new life in Europe. The thefts highlight insider risks within law enforcement handling digital assets.

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