BBC · 2026-10-29 18:48 UTC

Canada 'Crypto King' Aiden Pleterski found guilty of fraud

Toronto jury found Aiden Pleterski, 27, guilty of fraud over C$5,000 after hours of deliberation. Prosecutors presented evidence he stole over C$36m from investors through AP Private Equity Limited and spent roughly half on private jets, luxury vehicles, a lakefront mansion, and credit card bills. Pleterski pleaded not guilty, represented himself, presented no evidence, and did not testify; sentencing hearing scheduled for November 13.

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