A couple in the UK was robbed at home: threatened with a knife to transfer a large amount of cryptocurrency

According to the West Midlands Police in the UK, a young couple experienced a suspected premeditated burglary at their residence in Smith's Wood, Birmingham. On December 13, 2025, when the couple returned home and opened the door, three men got out of a nearby vehicle and forcibly entered the residence, demanding that the couple transfer a large amount of cryptocurrency. During this time, a fourth person provided instructions to the attackers via video call.

The police stated that the husband was beaten and seriously injured, while his pregnant wife was also threatened with a knife. After obtaining the cryptocurrency and several high-value watches, the attackers fled in a suspected black BMW X3. Currently, Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to £10,000 for information, with the reward applicable to information that ultimately leads to the arrest and conviction of those involved.