According to law enforcement officers, scammers were able to steal 450 million New Zealand dollars ($ 265 million) from the victims from March to August 2024. The US Department of Justice has already charged the New Zealander with a racket, conspiracy for fraud using electronic means and conspiracy to launder money. In addition to him, the charges are brought by 12 more persons related to this case, including residents of Auckland and California.
Prosecutors note that for money laundering, the accused used various cryptocurrency exchanges. After the withdrawal of funds, they bought luxury cars, things, hours, houses and securities. At the moment, the investigation continues to the list of accusations to the New Zealand and the rest of the accused may increase.
Recently, the American prosecutor’s office charged 12 suspects of the theft of bitcoins worth more than $ 263 million, which belonged to the creditor by the bankrupt company Genesis.
Source: Bits
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