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New Zealand Man Arrested in $265 Million International Crypto Scam
New Zealand Man Arrested in $265 Million International Crypto Scam
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New Zealand authorities have apprehended a Wellington-based individual linked to a sprawling cryptocurrency fraud operation spanning multiple countries. The arrest, coordinated with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation, forms part of a global crackdown that has netted 13 suspects across two jurisdictions.
Detective Inspector Christiaan Barnard confirmed the seizure of a suspect allegedly tied to the theft of NZ$450 million (US$265 million) in digital assets. The accused, whose identity remains protected by interim court order, was detained in Auckland despite residing in the capital. The case highlights escalating international cooperation to combat sophisticated crypto crimes.
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