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Recovering $846K in Stolen Bitcoin from Fake Coinbase Scammers
In July 2025, a crypto enthusiast fell victim to a sophisticated scam where fraudsters posed as Coinbase support. They tricked the victim into sharing wallet access, draining $846,259.53 in Bitcoin from their
account.
Devastated, the victim turned to online communities for help.
Enter Scanner Hacker Crypto Recovery, a vigilant crypto tracker known for exposing scammers. Monitoring suspicious transactions in real-time, Scanner Hacker Crypto Recovery infiltrated the scammers’ group chat and operations. By posing as a potential mark, they gathered evidence on the hackers’ methods, wallets, and even their internal communications. Within hours, Scanner Hacker Crypto Recovery alerted authorities and coordinated with blockchain analytics firms to freeze the tainted addresses.
The scammers panicked as their funds were locked on exchanges. Under pressure from impending law enforcement action, they attempted to launder the Bitcoin but failed—over 90% was seized before it could be moved further. In a stunning turnaround, the full amount was returned to the victim just 48 hours after the hack, thanks to swift tracing and international cooperation.
This case highlights the power of community vigilance and on-chain forensics in the crypto world. Recovery isn’t always possible, but acting fast with trusted tools can turn the tide. Always verify support contacts directly and use hardware wallets to stay safe. Meet info@scannerhacktech.com
In July 2025, a crypto enthusiast fell victim to a sophisticated scam where fraudsters posed as Coinbase support. They tricked the victim into sharing wallet access, draining $846,259.53 in Bitcoin from their
account.
Devastated, the victim turned to online communities for help.
Enter Scanner Hacker Crypto Recovery, a vigilant crypto tracker known for exposing scammers. Monitoring suspicious transactions in real-time, Scanner Hacker Crypto Recovery infiltrated the scammers’ group chat and operations. By posing as a potential mark, they gathered evidence on the hackers’ methods, wallets, and even their internal communications. Within hours, Scanner Hacker Crypto Recovery alerted authorities and coordinated with blockchain analytics firms to freeze the tainted addresses.
The scammers panicked as their funds were locked on exchanges. Under pressure from impending law enforcement action, they attempted to launder the Bitcoin but failed—over 90% was seized before it could be moved further. In a stunning turnaround, the full amount was returned to the victim just 48 hours after the hack, thanks to swift tracing and international cooperation.
This case highlights the power of community vigilance and on-chain forensics in the crypto world. Recovery isn’t always possible, but acting fast with trusted tools can turn the tide. Always verify support contacts directly and use hardware wallets to stay safe. Meet info@scannerhacktech.com