Man arrest*ed for cryptocurrency transactions worth Rs 2.16 billion

Summary

Police have arrested a 28-year-old man from Dhanusha for allegedly carrying out illegal cryptocurrency trading worth more than Rs 2.16 billion. The arrest came after authorities found large-scale betting and crypto transactions through electronic platforms and online applications.

Key Points
  • Police arrested Sunil Kumar Yadav of Sabaila Municipality-12, Dhanusha, over alleged illegal cryptocurrency trading.
  • Authorities say he had traded cryptocurrency worth Rs 2,160,120,821.
  • The Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office made the arrest in coordination with Dhanusha District Police Office.
  • Police linked the case to betting conducted through electronic platforms and online betting applications.
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