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A shocking turn of events unfolded when a man arrested for littering was revealed to be a fugitive in a massive cryptocurrency scam. According to reports, the individual, who is reportedly in his 60s, had been on the run since 2020 after going into hiding following allegations of defrauding over 1,300 people out of approximately $13.2 million through a cryptocurrency scam that took place between 2018 and 2019.
The man’s arrest came about after he was spotted littering in Seoul. Authorities were conducting routine patrols when they noticed him discarding a cigarette butt on the ground. This minor infraction proved to be the catalyst for his downfall, as officers grew suspicious of his actions and intervened, leading to his subsequent apprehension.
Upon further investigation, it became clear that the individual was wanted fugitive who had been evading capture for nearly five years. He was charged with multiple serious offenses, including fraud and assault, stemming from his role in orchestrating a large-scale cryptocurrency scam.
The arrest marks the culmination of an extensive pursuit by law enforcement agencies, which had issued multiple arrest warrants but were unsuccessful in their efforts to apprehend him.
In related news, it appears that cryptocurrency-related crimes continue to plague the industry.
Source: coincentral.com
