NYC Crypto Kidnapping: Kentucky Duo Arrested in Shocking Torture Case

New York City Crypto Kidnapping: Two Kentucky Investors Arrested Two Kentucky men, John Woeltz and William Duplessie, were arrested in New York City for allegedly kidnapping and torturing an Italian Bitcoin investor. The victim was held captive for three weeks while the suspects attempted to extract his Bitcoin password. Their Italian assistant, Beatrice, was also arrested. Police reports indicate a sophisticated operation involving a luxury SoHo townhouse rented for $75,000 a month. The suspects' lavish lifestyle, including frequent visits to an exclusive erotic nightclub where they reportedly spent $100,000 per night, is also under investigation. "This is straight out of a movie," said one source familiar with the case. The video footage of the victim leaving the townhouse and interacting with police offers a glimpse into the events. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge. The case highlights the potential risks associated with cryptocurrency investments and the lengths to which criminals will go to exploit vulnerabilities.