Crypto Business Couple Kidnapped in Argentina for Ransom

• Russian crypto couple kidnapped in Buenos Aires for $43,000 ransom.
• Woman’s balcony cry triggered swift police rescue operation.
• Suspects fled to UAE; Interpol issues global arrest alert.

In a chilling turn of events, a Russian couple involved in a cryptocurrency business in Buenos Aires, Argentina, was kidnapped last week by two armed Chechen nationals. The assailants broke into the couple’s apartment and demanded a ransom of $43,000 in digital currency.

The female victim bravely managed to alert neighbors by calling for help from the apartment balcony. Her cries triggered an immediate response from local residents, who alerted the authorities. Argentine Federal Police acted quickly and rescued the couple from their captors before the situation escalated further.

Ransom Demanded in Crypto

The kidnappers, aware of the couple’s ties to the cryptocurrency world, demanded that the ransom be paid in digital currency—highlighting a troubling trend of criminals targeting crypto holders due to the ease of transferring untraceable funds. Investigators believe the kidnapping was premeditated and executed with knowledge of the victims’ crypto operations.

According to police reports, the suspects did not act alone and may have connections to organized crime networks that operate across countries. Authorities are now looking into the victims’ business and online transactions to trace the attackers’ digital footprint.

Interpol Joins the Hunt

After the successful rescue operation, the Argentine police discovered that the two Chechen suspects had already fled the country. Their next stop? The United Arab Emirates. In response, Interpol has issued a red notice—an international alert requesting the arrest and extradition of the fugitives.

This case is raising alarms in the global crypto community. Experts emphasize the growing risk for entrepreneurs in the digital asset space and call for better security awareness. Governments and international law enforcement agencies are also being urged to strengthen cooperation in handling crypto-related crimes.

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