John Woeltz Arrested in Cross-Country Crypto Kidnapping Scheme
- Security
- Wallet/Key Compromise
New York police arrested John Woeltz on May 23 2025 for kidnapping assaulting and holding a man for weeks in a Manhattan townhouse. Prosecutors said the scheme involved fake food orders and violent break-ins to steal cryptocurrency. The case highlighted rising physical attacks targeting crypto holders.
Incident Details
- Type
- WALLET/KEY COMPROMISE
- Funds Lost
- $0
- Status
- Ongoing
Suspect charged with kidnapping and assault