Spanish Police Arrest Five in $540 Million Crypto Fraud Case

Spanish police arrested five individuals linked to a crypto fraud scheme that laundered 460 million euros ($540 million) from over 5,000 victims. Key details include:

  • Operation led by Guarda Civil on June 25.
  • Three arrests made in the Canary Islands, two in Madrid.
  • Investigation supported by Europol and law enforcement from Estonia, France, and the U.S.
  • Funds raised through cash withdrawals, bank transfers, and crypto payments.
  • Organization allegedly established a corporate and banking network in Hong Kong for fund management.
  • Investigation remains ongoing.