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California crypto ‘Godfather’ gets 15 years for Bitcoin kidnapping plot

Newseze Wire·Wed, Sep 9, 8:23 PMWire: KTLA Los Angeles
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California crypto ‘Godfather’ gets 15 years for Bitcoin kidnapping plot

A self-described cryptocurrency mogul known as “The Godfather,” whose sprawling federal criminal case ensnared several former Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies, was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in prison for his role in a violent…

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A self-described cryptocurrency mogul known as “The Godfather,” whose sprawling federal criminal case ensnared several former Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies, was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in prison for his role in a violent… The story falls into Newseze's local desk and is being actively tracked by our editorial team. Calm framing, primary-source references, and respectful tone — every Newseze story is scored for drama and conspiracy before it reaches you. Worth knowing: Newseze refreshes its newsroom every hour and flags fast-moving local and breaking news as it develops. Watch this page for updates. Reporting: KTLA Los Angeles.
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