WRENCH ATTACKS
Wrench Attacks on Crypto Holders Surge, $30M Stolen in H1 2026
Violent wrench attacks targeting crypto holders spike in 2026, with $30M stolen by mid-year. France emerges as a hotspot. Learn how to stay safe.
US Charges Trio for $6.5M Crypto Wrench Attacks
Three men face charges for a $6.5M crypto theft spree involving violent 'wrench attacks' in California. Details on their methods and charges.
Crypto Wrench Attacks Surge in Europe, $101M Lost in 2026
Crypto wrench attacks in Europe spike, accounting for 82% of global incidents in 2026. Losses hit $101M, doubling last year's total.
France Charges 88 in Crackdown on Crypto Wrench Attacks
French authorities charge 88 individuals, including minors, for violent crypto wrench attacks; 75 suspects are in pretrial detention as investigations continue.
Gunman Targets Crypto Investor in France Amid Surge in Wrench Attacks
A gunman posing as a courier attacked a crypto investor in France, underscoring a rise in violent 'wrench attacks' targeting digital asset holders.
France Tackles Crypto Kidnapping Crisis After 41 Attacks in 2026
French Interior Ministry launches prevention measures as crypto-related kidnappings hit one every 2.5 days, making France the global hotspot for wrench attacks.