Masked attackers break into French developer's home demanding crypto wallet
- —The incident occurred in early September around 3 a.m. in Saint-Juéry near Albi
- —Two masked and gloved men entered through an open garage gate and threatened the victim with a firearm
- —The victim used tear gas, and the attackers fled without obtaining the wallet
- —On the night of October 1, five masked individuals scouted a relative's home nearby
Why it matters: A rising wave of crypto-related home invasions in France is heightening risks for holders and fueling pressure over personal data leaks.
Source: Cryptoast