Queens Bitcoin Heist: Seven Charged With Grand Larceny and Money Laundering
Seven individuals have reportedly been indicted on charges of grand larceny, money laundering, and identity theft for stealing $300,000 in bitcoin from a Queens auto body shop owner. The victim’s 5.75 BTC, originally val...
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