Boston man's search for lost dog uncovers massive $20M cryptocurrency scheme hidden in a pet cemetery - boston news police say
- A routine search by a Boston resident for his missing golden retriever at a historic pet cemetery instead unearthed a key piece of evidence in a sprawling crypto fraud investigation.
- Authorities arrested a local man after finding a hidden server farm buried under a fake grave, which was used to launder millions in stolen bitcoin.
- The suspect allegedly ran a Ponzi scheme targeting elderly New Englanders, promising them "pet memorial funds" that actually funneled cash into digital wallets.
- Police recovered over $18 million in crypto assets and 10 high-powered computers buried in waterproof chests, disguised as burial plots.
- The investigation is ongoing, with the dog found safe at a nearby shelter; the owner will receive a reward from the FBI for the tip.