In the case of the kidnapping and torture of a crypto investor in New York, two defendants rejected all the charges. The incident had been globally concerned as part of the increasing physical attack and kidnapping trend in the crypto market.

⚖️ accusations and defense

John Woeltz and William Duplessie rejected the charges of kidnapping and unjust detaining at the New York High Criminal Court on Wednesday, June 12th.

Victim: Michael Valentino Teofrasto Carturan

Accusation: torture to access electric shock, physical assault and wallet information

Suspects: He kept his friends, whom they introduced as “crypto -friendly , in a apartment in Soho for 3 weeks.

The court judge Gregory Carro rejected the request of both defendants to be trial without arrest and decided to detention without bail. If they are found to be guilty, they face life imprisonment.

🚨 Physical attacks on crypto owners are increasing

The incident was one of the most striking examples of the US chain in the United States, which has increased worldwide, increasing worldwide.

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🕵️ Question marks in NYPD

According to the New York Times, two New York Police Department (NYPD) officers were dismissed and shifted to other units on the allegations related to the incident. However, no criminal charges have been filed so far.

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