National Crime Agency nabbed network that stole money, Bitcoin, personal data
Paul Kunert Wed 10 Feb 2021 // 16:15 UTC Share
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Brit cops have cuffed eight men in England and Scotland amid a probe into SIM-swapping attacks on high-profile US targets – including sports stars, musicians, and influencers – that had money and personal data stolen.
The suspects, aged between 18 and 26, were nabbed in an operation co-ordinated by Police Scotland, the Metropolitan Police, East Midlands and North East Special Operations Units, and the West Midlands Organised Crime Unit.
The arrests are part of an inquiry in the UK by the National Crime Agency, in conjunction with the US Secret Service, Homeland Security Investigations, the FBI, and the Santa Clara California District Attorney s Office.
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Two Scots arrested over SIM phone swapping attacks on US celebs
The Scots were among eight arrested as a probe accused them of allegedly steal money, bitcoin and personal information, including contacts synced with online accounts.
The suspects, aged between 18 and 26, were arrested as part of an investigation by the The National Crime Agency (NCA) which uncovered a network of criminals in the UK. (Image: Supplied)
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