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Five arrested in Spain for kidnapping, killing man in plot to steal his crypto assets - TRT World
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Five arrested in Spain for kidnapping, killing man in plot to steal his crypto assets
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Police say the victim and his partner were held for hours while attackers tried to access their digital wallets, in a case highlighting a surge in crypto-linked abductions worldwide.
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Spanish police said on Wednesday they have arrested five people over the kidnapping and murder of a man targeted for his cryptocurrency holdings, while another four suspects have been charged in Denmark in connection with the same plot.
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The victim and his partner were attacked in April in southern Spain.
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Police said the man was shot in the leg as he attempted to flee before both were forced into a house, where they were held for several hours while the assailants tried to break into their crypto wallets. The woman was released around midnight and reported the abduction; officers later found her partner’s body in a wooded area in Mijas, in the province of Malaga.
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Searches of properties in Madrid and Malaga uncovered pistols, clothing stained with blood, and other evidence tied to the crime, police said. Authorities did not specify when the arrests were made.
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Danish prosecutors have charged four additional suspects—two of whom were already serving prison sentences for similar offences—suggesting the operation had international links.
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Police and security experts say kidnappings tied to digital-asset theft have risen sharply alongside the growth of the crypto sector.
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High-profile cases in Europe this year have underscored the trend. In January, French crypto entrepreneur David Balland and his partner were abducted, with Balland having a finger cut off before being released the following day. And in May, attackers in Paris attempted to kidnap the daughter and grandson of the CEO of the Paymium crypto exchange.
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Spanish and Danish Police Dismantle Cross-Border Gang Behind Crypto-Motivated Kidnapping and Murder - Tekedia
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Home News Spanish and Danish Police Dismantle Cross-Border Gang Behind Crypto-Motivated Kidnapping and Murder
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In a joint operation announced in mid-December 2025, Spanish National Police (Policía Nacional), in collaboration with Danish authorities, dismantled a transnational criminal organization responsible for a violent kidnapping and murder targeting cryptocurrency holdings.
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The crime occurred in April 2025 in Mijas, Málaga province, southern Spain. A couple— the man of Dutch origin, aged 37, and his Colombian partner, aged 29 was ambushed by 3-4 masked assailants armed with handguns, dressed in black with gloves and balaclavas.
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The man was shot in the leg while attempting to escape. Both victims were forced into a vehicle and taken to a house, where they were held for several hours.
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The attackers demanded access to the couple’s cryptocurrency wallets in an attempt to steal their digital assets. The woman was released around midnight and immediately reported the kidnapping to police.
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The man’s body was later found in a wooded area near Mijas, showing multiple signs of violence beyond the gunshot wound.
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Spanish police conducted raids in Madrid and Málaga, arresting five suspects. Seized items included firearms— one real, one simulated, clothing with blood stains, a balaclava, an extendable baton, and biological evidence linking to the crime scene.
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In Denmark, four additional suspects were charged; two were already imprisoned for similar offenses. The operation, sometimes referred to in media as “Operación Lambo/Urus” possibly due to the victim’s luxurious lifestyle, including a high-end Lamborghini, effectively dismantled the network.
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This case exemplifies a growing trend known as “wrench attacks” — physical assaults or kidnappings to forcibly extract private keys or transfer funds from crypto wallets, bypassing digital security.
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Security experts, such as Jameson Lopp CTO of Casa, tracked at least 66 physical crypto-related assaults in 2025 alone, with reports indicating a significant spike globally. Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis noted that violent personal wallet attacks are on track for record levels in 2025.
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The successful international cooperation highlights increasing efforts to combat crypto-related violent crime across Europe, as high-value digital asset holders become targets for organized gangs. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities process seized materials.
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Similar to the Spanish case involving a violent kidnapping and murder targeting cryptocurrency holdings, the United States has seen a sharp increase in “wrench attacks” — physical assaults, home invasions, kidnappings, and torture aimed at forcing victims to transfer crypto assets.
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Attacks correlate strongly with Bitcoin’s price boom, making high-value holders prime targets. Many cases go unreported due to embarrassment or fear.
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Crypto investors John Woeltz and William Duplessie allegedly held an Italian visitor captive for weeks in a luxury SoHo townhouse, torturing him including electric shocks and dangling over stairs to access his Bitcoin wallet worth millions.
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Brothers Raymond and Isiah Garcia allegedly held a family hostage at gunpoint for nine hours in Grant, MN, kidnapping one member and stealing $8 million in cryptocurrency. The incident forced a local school to cancel homecoming events for safety.
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Scene from the Minnesota family kidnapping where armed suspects stole $8M in crypto. Three Florida teenagers allegedly abducted a crypto entrepreneur after a conference, drove him to the desert, and stole $4-4.8 million in crypto and NFTs. Two were charged as adults with kidnapping and robbery.
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Remy St. Felix led a gang targeting crypto holders in North Carolina, Florida, Texas, and New York. Victims were kidnapped, assaulted, tortured, burned with irons, objects under fingernails, and forced to drain wallets. St. Felix received a 47-year sentence.
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Other incidents include burglaries coordinated via hacked iCloud accounts and opportunistic assaults on known holders. Chainalysis projects 2025 could see twice as many physical attacks as previous record years, with the US among top victim countries.
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Lopp’s database logs over 225 global attacks since 2014, with accelerating frequency. Criminals often research victims via social media flaunting wealth or on-chain data, then use violence for quick, irreversible transfers.
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These cases underscore growing physical risks for self-custody holders, prompting some to shift toward institutional custody or enhanced personal security. Law enforcement responses have led to arrests in several high-profile incidents, but the trend continues amid crypto’s mainstream adoption.
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Spanish police arrest five individuals in a crypto-linked murder and kidnapping case in Málaga, with suspects also charged in Denmark.
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Five suspects were arrested in Spain for a kidnapping and murder linked to crypto theft.
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The attackers targeted a couple, shooting the man and holding them at gunpoint for wallet information.
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Four additional suspects in Denmark are charged, with two already imprisoned for similar crimes.
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Police recovered weapons, a baton, and blood-stained evidence during searches.
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The rise of attacks targeting crypto holders is increasing globally, with 66 recorded cases in 2025.
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Spanish authorities have arrested five individuals in connection with a kidnapping and murder in Málaga. The crime occurred in April, when attackers targeted a couple, attempting to gain access to their crypto wallets. Four other suspects in Denmark have been charged in the case.
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Victims Held at Gunpoint in Crypto Heist Attempt
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The incident began when a group of kidnappers assaulted a couple in their home. The attackers shot the man in the leg before forcing both victims into a nearby house. They demanded the couple’s cryptocurrency wallet information to steal their digital assets.
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The woman was eventually released after being held for several hours. She contacted the authorities, but her partner remained missing. His body was later discovered in a wooded area close to the location where the kidnapping occurred. Authorities confirmed that the man’s death was the result of a homicide.
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Searches Yield Key Evidence, Further Arrests Made
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Spanish authorities conducted multiple searches during the investigation. Police recovered two handguns, one real and one replica, an expandable baton, and a balaclava. They also found blood-stained trousers and biological evidence matching blood found at the crime scene.
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The five individuals arrested in Spain face charges related to kidnapping, murder, and attempted theft. Four suspects in Denmark are also facing charges, and two of them are already imprisoned for similar offenses. The operation was carried out in coordination with Danish authorities.
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Growing Trend of Crypto Attacks Across the Globe
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This case is part of a rising trend of attacks targeting individuals with cryptocurrency holdings. These attacks involve physical assaults meant to force victims to reveal their private wallet information. The surge in these incidents coincides with the growing value of Bitcoin and other digital assets.
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Security experts have documented at least 66 similar physical assaults this year, including kidnappings, home invasions, and attacks on crypto influencers and exchanges. The rise of wrench attacks has affected multiple countries, including France, the United States, and various parts of Asia. The growing trend highlights the risks associated with holding significant digital wealth in the current climate.
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Spanish Authorities Bust Crypto Kidnapping Ring After Deadly Attack
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The case highlights a growing trend of physical attacks aimed at extracting access to crypto wallets, known as "wrench attacks."
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Dec 14, 2025, 1:00 p.m.
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Spanish police have arrested five people and charged four others in Denmark for the kidnapping and murder of a man whose cryptocurrency was targeted by the attackers.
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The victim was abducted, shot and held for several hours while the attackers tried to gain access to his crypto wallets, ultimately leading to his murder.
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The case highlights a growing trend of physical attacks aimed at extracting access to crypto wallets, known as "wrench attacks", and demonstrates the increasing violence and brutality of such crimes.
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Spanish police arrested five people and charged four others in Denmark on Thursday for the kidnapping and murder of a man targeted for his cryptocurrency.
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The police operation dismantled what authorities described as a criminal group operating across borders to steal cryptocurrency.
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The investigation began in April when a woman arrived at a Málaga police station to report that she and her partner had been abducted in the nearby town of Mijas. According to the police, the couple was ambushed by three or four masked men dressed in black and armed with handguns.
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The man was shot in the leg while trying to escape, and both were then forced into a vehicle and taken to a house where they were held for several hours.
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The attackers tried to gain access to the couple’s crypto wallets during the ordeal. The woman was released around midnight, but her partner’s deceased body was later found in a wooded area. He showed signs of violence in addition to the gunshot wound, according to police.
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Authorities carried out six raids in homes across Madrid and Málaga, seizing two handguns — one real, one fake — a baton, blood-stained clothing, mobile devices, and documents.
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Biological evidence linked to the scene was also recovered. Danish police, working with their Spanish counterparts, charged four people in connection with the case. Two are already in prison for similar crimes.
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The case points to a growing trend: physical attacks aimed at extracting access to crypto wallets. These attacks have been influential in the crypto space this year and have led to campaigns against what has become known as wrench attacks.
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