Two men accused of abducting and brutally torturing an Italian crypto trader for weeks in a Manhattan townhouse have been granted bail—despite gruesome allegations of beatings, electrocution, and death threats to force the victim to hand over his Bitcoin.
Key Details:
Victim: 28-year-old Italian crypto trader visiting NYC
Alleged Crimes: Kidnapping, assault, coercion, death threats against victim & family
Torture Methods: Beaten, shocked with wires, pistol-whipped, gun held to head
Escape: Victim tricked captors into letting him use a laptop, then fled to police
Evidence Found: Weapons stash, drugs, body armor, surveillance gear
💀 Bizarre Defense:
The suspects deny kidnapping, claiming it was a "consensual hazing" and "17 days of shenanigans."
⚠️ Bail Conditions:
$1 million bond each
Ankle monitors + surrendered passports
Mandatory check-ins every 72 hours
Next court date: Oct. 15
