Ex-FBI agent pleads guilty in $2.5M cryptocurrency theft scheme after asking ChatGPT how to flee to Portugal
He used FBI investigation credentials to steal $2.47 million in cryptocurrency and made nearly 100 fraudulent transfers tied to 35 cases, prosecutors said.
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FBI Agent Admits to Stealing $2.47M in Crypto From 35 Investigations, Asked ChatGPT About Buying a Vineyard in Portugal
Former FBI agent Patrick Yaroch pleaded guilty to stealing $2.47 million in cryptocurrency using credentials from 35 investigations, compromising FBI cases.
Ex-FBI agent pleads guilty in $2.5M cryptocurrency theft scheme after asking ChatGPT how to flee to Portugal
A former FBI agent from Northern Virginia pleaded guilty to wire fraud and money laundering in a cryptocurrency theft scheme, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office in Virginia.
Patrick Steven Yaroch, former FBI agent, pleaded guilty to electronic fraud and money laundering after subtracting about $2.47 million through wallet credentials linked to federal investigations. The scheme included about 100 transfers related to 35 investigations, while the former official was exploring the possibility of moving to Portugal.
The theft of crypto committed by a former FBI agent cost about $2.47 million, stolen with wallet credentials collected during federal investigations, said on Thursday the Department of Justice. Patrick Steven Yaroch declared himself guilty of computer fraud and money laundering. The case compromised investigations into criminal groups and [...]
FBI agent drains crypto wallets tied to 35 investigations, steals $2.47 million and plans Portugal escape
Patrick Steven Yaroch used credentials tied to 35 investigations for about 100 fraudulent transfers, according to DOJ. Read the full story on CryptoSlateUnderstand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your inbox
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