Threats, millions in crypto demanded before Lamborghini torched: Police detail arrests in Velika Gorica

Croatian police have arrested four individuals in Velika Gorica on suspicion of attempted extortion and arson, following a dramatic incident involving threats and the destruction of a luxury vehicle.

The investigation revealed that a 23-year-old woman and a 23-year-old man allegedly used mobile phones and SIM cards to threaten a 63-year-old man they knew. Through SMS messages, they demanded millions of euros in cryptocurrency, claiming it was for a supposed debt. When the victim did not comply, the suspects allegedly escalated their actions.

Police suspect the same 23-year-old woman and man then hired a 21-year-old and a 19-year-old to set fire to a Lamborghini owned by a company used by the victim. The younger suspects reportedly doused the vehicle with flammable liquid and ignited it late Thursday night, intending to intimidate the man into paying.

The Lamborghini was completely destroyed, and the fire spread to several other vehicles, including another Lamborghini, a Nissan, two Mercedes, and a BMW. The blaze also damaged the facade and windows of a residential building, affecting seven apartments. Firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze, preventing further spread, but the total estimated damage exceeds 1.2 million euros. The victim reported being under severe stress and fear for his life and his family's safety due to the ongoing threats.