Alleged cryptocurrency trading platform www.wesholepp.com appears to be engaged in fraud

An elderly man was contacted on Telegram by a woman who he believed to be a former colleague. This supposed colleague introduced the man to a purported cryptocurrency mining investment through www.wesholeepp.com, which claimed to be an affiliate of the Wormhole trading platform and promised high returns. The man invested over $750,000 intended for a Bitcoin investment, and when the investment allegedly appreciated to $10 million, he attempted to withdraw his funds. He was instructed, however, that he must pay a $200,000 “fine” to access the account. His money has not been returned.

How to Report

If you believe you are a victim of this alleged cryptocurrency scam:

• Report to FBI
• If you are outside Washington State: contact your local Securities Regulator
• If you are a Washington State resident: Submit a Complaint for statistical purposes. 

Other Resources

• Virtual Currency, Cryptocurrency, and Digital Assets Information for Consumers
• Investment Fraud
• What You Can Do to Avoid Investment Fraud | Investor.gov