In New York City, a dispute over cryptocurrency allegedly led to the kidnapping and torture of a 28-year-old Italian man for 17 days by John Woeltz and William Duplessie, who face multiple charges including kidnapping and assault. The victim escaped after convincing his captors he would reveal his Bitcoin password, prompting a police investigation that uncovered evidence of severe abuse, including electric shocks and drug use. Both suspects have pleaded not guilty and were denied bail, facing up to life imprisonment if convicted.
