Queens Bitcoin Heist: 7 charged with grand theft and money laundering

Seven people have reportedly been charged with theft, money laundering and identity theft for stealing $300,000 in bitcoins from the owner of a Queens body shop. The victim’s 5.75 BTC, initially valued at $92,000, was taken by 20-year-old Aaron Peterson Jr. in November 2022 and later used to buy luxury items, including a (…)