Crypto King Fraud Trial: Jury Decides Fate of Aiden Pleterski After “Thief” Closing Argument

TLDR Jurors in the Toronto fraud trial of self-described “Crypto King” Aiden Pleterski will begin deliberations Thursday after closing arguments. Pleterski, 27, is accused of defrauding social media followers of about $30 million between 2021 and 2022. An Ontario Securities Commission forensic accountant said investors gave him more than $36.3 million and none went to the trading platform. Prosecutors say a $311 million account never existed and that its highest balance was $12,000. Pleterski represented himself, told the jury he is innocent, and faces up to 14 years in prison if convicted.