The wife of The Sandbox co-founder survives kidnapping attempt in France, suspects arrested

Odaily Planet Daily News The wife of Sébastien Borget, co-founder and COO of The Sandbox, was the victim of a kidnapping attempt this week at their home in Villenoy, Seine-et-Marne, France. A suspect disguised as a delivery person, and when the victim opened the door, five other accomplices in hoods rushed in and tried to forcibly push her into a vehicle. A neighbor intervened upon hearing the screams, and the suspects fled immediately. Police later intercepted a ride-hailing vehicle, arresting two suspects, Mateo V. and Walid H., and seizing replica handguns, zip ties, and masks.

According to data from the French National Police, since January 1, 2026, France has recorded 41 kidnappings or attempted kidnappings related to cryptocurrency. A total of 135 cases have been recorded since 2023, accounting for nearly 80% of such incidents in Europe. (theblock)