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Russian National Arrested in Seoul Over $730K Crypto-Related Robbery Attempt
Russian National Arrested in Seoul Over $730K Crypto-Related Robbery Attempt
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South Korean authorities have apprehended a Russian national in connection with a violent ambush tied to a fraudulent cryptocurrency transaction. The suspect, part of a group that lured victims to a Seoul hotel under false pretenses, faces charges of assault and attempted robbery involving 1 billion won ($730,000).
The operation involved replica weapons, cable ties, and body armor. At least two accomplices remain at large after fleeing the country. The arrest underscores growing concerns over crypto-linked crimes in major financial hubs.
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