Popular cryptocurrency influencer Ben Armstrong, previously known as “BitBoy,” made headlines when he was reportedly arrested during a live YouTube stream outside the residence of a former business associate.
Armstrong believed that his Lamborghini was in the possession of this former associate and decided to confront the situation publicly.
Before initiating the livestream, Armstrong cryptically announced his intentions, stating that he would be going live from a “very special location.”
Less than an hour later, he was streaming from the home of Carlos Diaz, a consultant and nonfungible token investor with alleged connections to the Hit Network.
During the livestream, Armstrong launched into a tirade, accusing Diaz of wanting to harm him and asserting that Diaz had ties to the Houston mafia.
He boldly declared, “I’m not scared of you, Carlos.” Approximately 19 minutes into the stream, local police officers arrived at the scene, prompting them to inquire if Armstrong was carrying a weapon.
Armstrong denied having any weapons and was subsequently instructed to set down his phone.
The livestream abruptly went offline for the remaining 17 minutes, but audio continued to capture the conversation between Armstrong and the police.
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According to records from the Gwinnett County, Georgia, Sheriff’s Office, Benjamin Charles Armstrong was booked on September 25 at 9:11 pm local time and remains in custody.
Carlos Diaz confirmed Armstrong’s visit to his home on September 26, further escalating the drama surrounding the incident.
Blockchain investigator “ZachXBT,” not a supporter of Armstrong, celebrated what he considered to be karma catching up with one of the most notorious figures in the crypto world.
This arrest follows recent events in late August when the Hit Network severed ties with Ben Armstrong, the public face of “BitBoy Crypto.”
The network cited concerns related to substance abuse and financial harm inflicted on its employees as the reasons behind their decision.
In the aftermath, several lawsuits were initiated and subsequently withdrawn by various parties involved.
Armstrong even appealed for donations on September 20 to fund his legal battles, sparking controversy within the crypto community.
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