Ang Los Angeles cryptocurrency scam ay humahantong sa federal na Indictment ng apat na indibidwal
Balita ng Ethereum ng Bitcoin Four individuals in Los Angeles have been indicted for their alleged involvement in a sophisticated money laundering scheme related to cryptocurrency investment scams. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that this scheme involved the use of shell companies and bank accounts to launder over $80 million, which was deceitfully obtained from victims through fraudulent activities, notably the so-called “pig butchering” scams. Modus operandi of the scammers The term “pig butchering” describes a deceptive practice where scammers initially contact potential victims via dating websites or social media platforms. These criminals meticulously build trust with their targets before introducing them to seemingly lucrative cryptocurrency investment opportunities. As outlined in court documents, the victims are eventually directed to fraudulent cryptocurrency investment platforms and applications operated by the scammers, where they are persuaded to invest. The platforms show false gains, enticing victims to invest more, only to prevent them from withdrawing or recovering their funds, culminating in significant financial losses. The faces behind the fraud The individuals charged, namely Lu Zhang, 36, of Alhambra; Justin Walker, 31, of Cypress; Joseph Wong, 32, of Rosemead; and Hailong Zhu, 40, of Naperville, are accused of conspiracy to commit money laundering, concealment of money laundering, and