Three men sentenced to up to 8 years in prison for attempted cryptocurrency theft of 2.6 million dollars

The High Court in Glasgow sentenced three men on November 10, 2026, for an attempted theft of cryptocurrencies worth 2.6 million dollars. Robert Barr, already incarcerated in Edinburgh, orchestrated the plan from his cell. On April 17, 2024, Sean Favier and Iain Doyle showed up at the home of a couple in Midlothian but were refused entry by the occupants. Their goal was to force one of them to give access to his computer to Barr to transfer the cryptocurrencies. Two months later, messages found on Barr's phone revealed months of preparation and his intention to send other accomplices. Barr was sentenced to 8 years in prison, Doyle to 5 years, and Favier to 4 years for their roles in this attempted theft. The court noted the risk of violence anticipated by the plan. This case is part of a rising trend of assaults against cryptocurrency holders, with 46 incidents reported worldwide by the end of June 2026.

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