UK couple coerced under threat of violence to transfer cryptocurrency, police offer £10,000 reward for tips.
Source:
www.bbc.co.uk
West Midlands Police stated that a young couple was attacked by masked individuals at their home in Solihull in December 2025 and forced to transfer significant assets to the suspects' cryptocurrency wallets. The man sustained serious injuries, while the pregnant woman was threatened with a knife. The suspects also stole several high-value watches. Police believe this was a targeted and premeditated attack. The UK independent charity Crime Stoppers is currently offering a reward of up to £10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.