Summit County, OH – A Summit County resident has recovered a significant portion of funds lost in a cryptocurrency investment scam, following a multi-agency investigation announced Monday.
According to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, a City of Green resident reported being the victim of a cryptocurrency investment fraud on October 8, 2025. The victim provided investigators with detailed financial records and transaction data, allowing detectives to begin tracing the stolen funds.
The Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau worked alongside the Jackson Township Police Department’s cryptocurrency recovery “Trace Team,” using digital tracking tools to follow the movement of the funds across online platforms. Investigators were ultimately able to recover $110,000 of the stolen cryptocurrency, officials confirmed.
Authorities say cryptocurrency investment scams often begin with small, seemingly legitimate returns that build trust before victims are encouraged to invest larger sums. Once those larger transfers are made, the funds are frequently moved through multiple digital wallets, making them difficult to access.
The Sheriff’s Office is urging residents across Summit County and Northeast Ohio to remain cautious when approached by unsolicited investment opportunities, particularly those found online or through social media. Officials recommend thoroughly researching platforms, avoiding pressure to act quickly, and being skeptical of promises of guaranteed or unusually high returns.
Anyone who believes they may be a victim of cryptocurrency or investment fraud is encouraged to immediately contact their local law enforcement agency. Victims should also file a report with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at www.ic3.gov, which helps federal authorities track and investigate financial crimes nationwide.
The Summit County Sheriff’s Office says it remains committed to protecting residents and continuing to work with regional and federal partners to combat financial and cyber-related crimes.
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