In a significant ruling, a federal judge in Los Angeles has handed down a 46-month prison sentence to Jingliang Su, a Chinese national, for his role in a massive cryptocurrency fraud scheme that defrauded 174 Americans out of $369 million. This case highlights the growing concerns surrounding cryptocurrency-related scams and the international networks behind them, as the document underscores a growing issue that demands urgent attention.
Судебный приговор для Джинглиана Сю
Jingliang Su, 45, was sentenced by US District Judge R. Gary Klausner, who also ordered him to pay restitution of $26,867,242. Su pleaded guilty in June 2023 to conspiracy charges related to operating an illegal money transmitting business. The fraudulent activities involved international criminal networks based in Cambodia that targeted US victims through social media and dating apps, promoting fake digital asset investments.
Тенденции в мошенничестве с криптовалютой
This case is part of a larger trend in cryptocurrency fraud, with losses from scams estimated to have reached a staggering $17 billion in 2023 alone. The investigation revealed that Su was not acting alone; eight of his coconspirators have also pleaded guilty, receiving sentences ranging from 36 to 51 months.
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- 51 months
Предостережение для инвесторов
The ruling serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with cryptocurrency investments and the need for increased vigilance among potential investors.
In a recent development, John Daghita has been accused of stealing over $40 million in cryptocurrency from US government wallets, raising concerns about security in the crypto space. For more details, see read more.
