According to Cointelegraph, French authorities recorded 90 crypto-related cases involving kidnapping, extortion, threats and violent theft in a seven‑month period. The incidents occurred across multiple regions and involved individuals who reportedly owned or dealt with Bitcoin holdings. Officials have not yet released detailed breakdowns by location, method, or victim profile. Researchers cited in the report suggest that heightened public attention to digital assets may have contributed to increased targeting of people associated with cryptocurrencies. No official statements from police or judicial representatives were included in the source material. The figure reflects all recorded cases classified under these categories during the span; no additional statistics such as arrests, convictions, or monetary loss amounts are provided. Authorities continue to investigate each incident separately.
