Interpol Red Notice: French Crypto Kidnapping Suspect Arrested in Morocco

French Crypto Kidnapping Suspect Arrested in Morocco A 24-year-old French-Moroccan man, identified by Moroccan police as Bajjou Badiss Mohamed AmiDe, has been arrested in Morocco. He was the subject of an Interpol red notice, wanted in connection with several kidnappings in France targeting individuals with significant cryptocurrency holdings. Reuters initially reported the arrest, which was subsequently shared by ABC News Australia. The suspect's arrest follows a recent wave of kidnappings in France linked to the cryptocurrency sector. Last month, video footage captured a botched attempt to kidnap the daughter of a cryptocurrency investor on a busy Paris street, further highlighting the growing problem of organized crime in the country. A police source, speaking to Reuters, confirmed the suspect's involvement, stating that the kidnappings specifically targeted those with substantial crypto wealth. "Because he's a dual national, he'll be tried in Morocco on the charges he's facing in France rather than being extradited," the source said, explaining the legal process involved. The arrest of Bajjou Badiss Mohamed AmiDe represents a significant development in the ongoing investigation into these crypto-related kidnappings and underscores the increasing challenges faced by law enforcement in tackling organized crime in the digital age. The successful apprehension of the suspect offers a glimmer of hope in the fight against this escalating threat.