Who is Alexsej Besciokov, Lithuanian crypto kingpin arrested in Kerala?

Alexsej Besciokov, a Lithuanian citizen wanted in connection with criminal activities and money laundering tied to a US-based cryptocurrency exchange, was arrested in a joint operation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Kerala Police.

The 46-year-old was vacationing with his family when he was taken into custody by Varkala police on Tuesday evening. According to the CBI, Besciokov was attempting to flee India at the time of his arrest. However, the reasons for his presence in the country remain unclear.