Seven members of the gang were sentenced collectively to over 76 years in prison for their brutal acts of kidnapping and torture aimed at extorting cryptocurrency. Their victim, targeted since January 2023, endured severe violence and was forced to transfer around £100,000 (approximately $124,000).
The victim’s situation escalated over months, culminating in police action that followed an anonymous call for help. In a recent court session, varying sentences based on individual involvement ranged from 2 years to 20 years, highlighting the severity of their crimes.