Three British men were arrested in Spain for the kidnapping and extortion of a UK cryptocurrency trader. The suspects allegedly demanded a ransom of 30,000 euros. The victim managed to contact a friend, who alerted the authorities, leading to a police operation that resulted in the suspects' apprehension. During the ordeal, the 34-year-old victim sustained injuries after jumping out of a window to escape his captors. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding safety in the cryptocurrency space, as it follows other recent cases of kidnapping and extortion related to digital assets.
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