Paris Prosecutor's Office Discloses Arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov

The Paris Public Prosecutor's Office has announced the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, who was apprehended at Le Bourget airport on August 24, 2024. Durov is currently in police custody as part of an extensive judicial investigation that began on July 8, 2024. The investigation involves multiple serious charges, including involvement in illegal transactions, child pornography offenses, drug trafficking, and various cybercrimes. Durov is also accused of unauthorized cryptology services. His detention, which is authorized under procedures for organized crime, may be extended until August 28. The case is led by investigators from the Centre for the Fight against Cybercrime and the Anti-Fraud National Office.#PavelDurov #Telegram #ParisProsecutor #cybercrime #FraudInvestigation #LeBourget #technews