California sheriffs believe 74-year-old’s disappearance linked to son’s crypto fortune

Naiping Hou vanished on May 4, 2025, after leaving home without his phone. His son, Wen, believes his father’s disappearance is linked to their family’s large cryptocurrency fortune and has offered a 250,000 USD reward for credible information.

Authorities suspect identity theft contributed to the disappearance, uncovered through fraudulent activity in Hou’s accounts. The investigation highlights a growing trend of ‘wrench attacks’ targeting crypto holders, drawing attention to risks within the digital currency landscape.

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