South Korea's Crypto Drug Crisis: A Toxic Nightmare Unveiled Drug pollution takes on a whole new meaning in South Korea as the nation grapples with an alarming surge in
crypto-fueled narcotics.
Startlingly, a
59-year-old suspect apprehended for drug-related offenses insists he stumbled upon his stash –
meth and cannabis – while exploring Gangwon Province's hills.
While authorities are yet to verify his story, it's not far-fetched given the rise of
cryptocurrency-enabled drug drops in public spaces.
President Yoon Seok-yeol declares a full-blown battle against these
crypto cartels, recognizing the urgent need to protect citizens from this digital menace.
It's not just hardened criminals involved; even
14-year-old teens are diving into this dangerous underworld, facilitated by platforms like Telegram and payments made in crypto.
Picture this: Buyers select their preferred locale for a discreet
narcotic delivery, transferring digital assets to dealers' wallets, only to receive covert instructions hours later.
