[Law] An international police op dismantles the Bohemia/Cannabia Dark Web marketplace

Summary: Dutch police have successfully dismantled the largest Dark Web marketplace, Bohemia, along with its sister site Cannabia, which facilitated the sale of illegal goods and cybercrime services. Two alleged administrators were arrested, one in the Netherlands and the other in Ireland, following a lengthy investigation by the Dutch National Investigation and Intervention Unit’s High Tech Crime Team.

Threat Actor: Bohemia/Cannabia Administrators | Bohemia/Cannabia

Key Point :

  • Bohemia was the world’s longest-running Dark Web marketplace, operational until late 2023.
  • The marketplace sold illegal items including drugs, counterfeit IDs, and cybercrime services.
  • The administrators executed an ‘exit scam’ to abscond with remaining funds before the takedown.
  • Two alleged administrators were arrested, marking a significant victory for law enforcement against Dark Web activities.


Original Source: https://www.politie.nl/nieuws/2024/oktober/8/11-internationale-actie-tegen-werelds-grootste-darkweb-markt-bohemia-cannabia.html

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