Authorities in Brazil have detained several workers from a suspected crypto scam firm after they were caught on CCTV cameras attempting to remove items from the company’s headquarters. The firm, which had been under investigation for fraud and money laundering, had suddenly closed its doors, leaving investors with losses totaling millions of dollars.
The workers were caught on camera driving away from the company’s headquarters in a van loaded with computers, servers, and other equipment. Police were alerted to the activity and intercepted the vehicle, taking the occupants into custody.
The company, which had promised high returns on investments in cryptocurrency mining and trading, had attracted thousands of investors before suddenly shutting down. Many investors had reported that they had not received their promised returns and were unable to contact the company’s representatives.
The investigation into the company had been ongoing for several months, and authorities had warned the public about the risks of investing in such schemes. The closure of the company and the detention of its workers is seen as a significant step in the fight against crypto scams in Brazil, which have become increasingly prevalent in recent years.
