Description
The DOJ charges Michel, the developer of Mutant Ape Plant NFT, with scheming to defraud customers with “Rug Pull” scheme.
Legal Significance
The DOJ will bring criminal actions against those who exploit the digital asset market and target crypto investors.
Issues
Status
Settled
Case No.
1:23-cr-00418
Date Filed
October 19, 2023
Plaintiff
United States of America
Defendant
Aurelien Michel
Court
USDC Eastern District of New York
Plaintiff Counsel
Drew Godfrey RolleDylan Alexander Stern
Defendant Counsel
Mintz & Gold LLP
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