đ° $10M in crypto stolen after violent Richmond home invasion; suspect facing 11 charges
đ Breaking News: Richmond RCMP Announces Major
Breakthrough in Cryptocurrency Heist Case
In a shocking turn of events, Richmond, B.C. police have unveiled the outcome of a year-long investigation into a violent home invasion in September 2022. Thieves, impersonating police officers, subjected a middle-aged couple to a harrowing ordeal, resulting in the theft of $10 million in cryptocurrency and luxury goods.
đš Key Details:
The assailants, armed and posing as law enforcement, broke into the victims' home, assaulting and confining the couple for hours.
The stolen loot amounted to $10 million in unspecified cryptocurrency and high-end items, leaving the victims traumatized but with non-life-threatening injuries.
A comprehensive investigation by Richmond RCMP's Serious Crimes Unit and Economic Crime Unit spanned over a year, culminating in the arrest of a 34-year-old suspect, Jin Da Xing.
đź Charges Filed Against Suspect:
Jin Da Xing, a Richmond resident, is now facing a battery of charges approved by the BC Prosecution Service.
Charges include break and enter, robbery with a weapon, unlawful confinement, assault with a weapon, use of an imitation firearm, extortion, possession of stolen property, and impersonating a peace officer.
âïž Legal Proceedings:
Xing is currently in custody, awaiting trial for the 11 serious charges.His next court appearance is scheduled for December 6 in Richmond provincial court.
đ Stay Vigilant, Stay Safe:
Such incidents underscore the need for heightened security in the crypto community. Stay informed and take measures to protect your assets.
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