
The increasing use of cryptocurrencies is leading to a rise in fraud cases, particularly through phishing attacks. Traditional property law institutions are reaching their limits in this context. This article examines the civil and criminal law classification of stolen cryptocurrencies, the significance of blockchain as evidence, and the practical enforceability of restitution claims using a realistic case study. Problem areas, legal bases, and relevant legal principles are discussed.

Phishing emails impersonating Ledger are on the rise. Scammers are exploiting trust, fear, and time pressure to trick users into taking risky actions. The emails appear deceptively genuine but lead to fake websites. The most important rule: Ledger never requests security-related actions via email. Anyone receiving suspicious Ledger emails should remain vigilant, avoid clicking on links, and thoroughly investigate the email.

Cryptocurrencies worth approximately US$100,000 were recovered in a crypto fraud case in the Sigmaringen district. The case highlights the importance of specialized blockchain forensics in solving modern crypto scams. Crypto Investigation supported the investigation by providing forensic analysis of transaction traces.