French police have arrested four individuals in connection with an attempted kidnapping and robbery targeting cryptocurrency assets in Marseille. The incident occurred on June 13, 2026, when suspects broke into a residence in the city's 13th arrondissement, attempting to seize crypto assets by taking two women hostage. The suspects fled after a family alerted the police, leaving behind their vehicle's license plate. Authorities report a rise in such "crypto-kidnapping" crimes in France, with around 70 cases involving kidnapping or ransom demands for cryptocurrency assets recorded since the beginning of 2026. These crimes often target cryptocurrency holders and their families, characterized by their violent and targeted nature.