🚨💰 ALERT: INDIAN MAN GUILTY OF $9.5M CRYPTO HEIST! 💻🔒
Chirag Tomar, an Indian national, has admitted to U.S. charges for orchestrating a counterfeit Coinbase platform, swindling over $9.5 million in digital assets from numerous victims. 😱💸
Tomar, aged 30, was apprehended at Atlanta airport in December 2023, facing accusations of wire fraud and money laundering, potentially leading to a 20-year imprisonment upon conviction. 🛑⛓️
Initially flagged by Seamus Hughes of CourtWatch, Tomar's ploy involved deceiving users into surrendering their Coinbase credentials via a fake Coinbase Pro site, leading to the victimization of more than 542 individuals from June 2021 to late 2023. 🕵️♂️💻
Legal documents reveal Tomar's recklessness, including the use of his real name in emails, maintaining lists of victims, and even researching scam tactics. 📝💼
Despite impending sentencing, Tomar indulged in his illicit gains, splurging on luxury items and international travel. 🌎✈️
Stay vigilant in the digital sphere, everyone! Your online security is paramount. 🔒💡