Ben Armstrong, a popular crypto influencer known as BitBoy, was taken into custody in Florida on March 25, after announcing on March 20 that a warrant for his arrest was pending.
Details of the Arrest
Armstrong was detained around 7:18 p.m. local time by the Volusia County Division of Corrections. The incident has gained attention due to his active participation in social networks, where he shared information about his legal problems. His troubles are believed to be connected to actions in Georgia. Armstrong disclosed via X (formerly Twitter) that the charges relate to his email correspondence with Cobb County Superior Court Judge Kimberly Childs.
Previous Legal Issues
This is not Armstrong's first encounter with legal issues. In September 2023, he was arrested during a live stream outside a former business partner's residence. Armstrong claimed the partner had stolen his Lamborghini, sparking controversies and debates. In July 2023, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) [issued a subpoena to the Hit Network](https://www.cryptopolitan.com/cftc-subpoenas-bitboys-hit-network/), which was previously associated with BitBoy. Amidst these events, Armstrong mentioned that some former colleagues had appropriated the BitBoy Crypto brand.
Commentary and Current Case Status
As of now, Florida authorities have not released further information regarding the charges against Armstrong or details about his legal representation. Court dates are yet to be set, and Armstrong has not commented on his current situation.
Armstrong has been involved in several legal issues recently, drawing significant public attention. The future of his case remains uncertain.
