Missouri Trio Charged over Alleged Bitcoin Kidnapping Plot

Three individuals have been charged in Missouri over an alleged Bitcoin kidnapping plot. The suspects, who were not named by authorities, allegedly demanded a ransom in exchange for the safe return of their victim.

The plot reportedly unfolded when the trio kidnapped a person and demanded payment in Bitcoin to secure their release. Authorities did not disclose how much was requested or if any of the demand was paid out.

No further information on the case, including the names of those charged, has been released by local authorities at this time.