CoinVoice has learned that, according to Decrypt, the police in Lancashire, England seized Bitcoin converted by criminals in 2017. Due to the surge in Bitcoin prices, they obtained a surplus of 1.3 million dollars after liquidation. According to UK law, victims can only be compensated for the original amount. The police allocated 665,000 dollars (500,000 pounds) to a crime-fighting fund for purchasing drones, anti-fraud equipment, and more. The remaining amount was turned over to the government. The police stated that this move allows for full compensation to victims while the additional funds will be used for crime prevention. The criminals involved have been sentenced. [Original link]