Four individuals have been charged in connection with the home invasion of online streamer Amouranth, with the incident raising concerns over the safety of crypto holders.
Incident Details
According to Fox 26, the suspects include Dylan Nesho Campbell, Bryan Anthony Salazar Guerrero, and two juveniles aged 16-17. YouTube personality Amouranth reported being accosted at gunpoint by several armed individuals late at night on March 2. Campbell and Guerrero were each charged with aggravated kidnapping and aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon. During the incident, Amouranth managed to convince the intruders to look for a cold storage device while she escaped.
Response and Actions
Her husband, watching the situation unfold via the home's surveillance cameras, fired off shots as the intruders searched the premises. Law enforcement arrived promptly as the intruders fled, potentially wounding one.
Rising Crypto Threats
Kidnappings and armed thefts targeting crypto holders are on the rise. In January 2025, a UK court sentenced seven gang members for kidnapping and extorting a crypto investor. The same month, Ledger co-founder David Balland was kidnapped in France but was rescued by authorities.
These incidents highlight the growing threats facing crypto asset holders, stressing the need for enhanced security measures and awareness. Authorities continue efforts to protect citizens from crypto-related crimes.
