By Keiran Fleming
Lanarkshire police have confirmed that Robert Barr has been sentenced to 21 months in prison following his involvement in a cryptocurrency scam that defrauded victims of significant sums. The 27-year-old was arrested and subsequently pled guilty to orchestrating a fraudulent scheme.
At Airdrie Sheriff Court, Detective Chief Inspector Andy Maclean, who oversees Police Scotland’s Cybercrime Investigations, stated, “This was a significant and complex cybercrime with a serious impact on those involved.” He noted that Barr believed he was clever in executing these crimes, but police efforts successfully disrupted his attempts to steal funds.
Maclean emphasized that Barr’s sentence serves as a clear warning to others engaging in similar behavior, affirming the commitment of law enforcement to bring offenders to justice and safeguard communities. He expressed hope that this outcome would provide some comfort to the victims affected by Barr’s actions.