Crypto murder: Two more arrested in Montreal crypto influencer case

As a seasoned crypto investor who has navigated the digital currency landscape for over a decade, I find myself deeply saddened by the tragic events surrounding the case of Kevin Mirshahi. His untimely demise is a stark reminder that the world of finance, whether traditional or digital, can be fraught with danger when unscrupulous individuals seek to exploit it.


2 more individuals have recently been taken into custody regarding the case of Kevin Mirshahi, a well-known figure in the crypto world, whose remains were found in a park within Montreal about a month ago.

The Quebec Provincial Police have stated that Darius Perry, aged 27, and Nackael Hickey, aged 25, are being accused of kidnapping and aiding in the suspected murder of Mirshahi, as per reports from CBC.

The latest event unfolds after the prior apprehension of Joanie Lepage, aged 32, who now faces a charge for first-degree murder.

Timeline of the case

As a researcher, I find myself delving into an intriguing case that unfolded on June 21. On this day, I and three others were taken from a high-end condominium situated in the historic heart of Montreal. The authorities received a distress call regarding commotion at our residence, but while my companions were later found near a bus stop in Montreal’s western district, I have yet to be located. Police responded promptly to the incident, but the ensuing search for me has thus far proven elusive.

Approximately four months after the incident, on October 30, Mirshahi’s body was discovered within the borough of Ahuntsic-Cartierville. The police suspect that the murder took place at a residence in Les Cèdres, a town located in Quebec’s Montérégie region, which was identified during their investigation.

A burned-out SUV, suspected to have been used in the abduction, was also recovered, per CBC. 

Mirshahi’s crypto connection

25-year-old Mirshahi served as a key figure in Montreal’s cryptocurrency community. He managed “Crypto Island Haven,” a private Telegram group boasting more than 2,500 members, and was frequently seen endorsing investment prospects on social media platforms such as Instagram and Snapchat.

In 2021, the financial regulatory body of Quebec, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers, initiated an investigation into Mirshahi. Consequently, certain limitations were imposed on him and his colleagues, barring them from providing investment advice or executing securities transactions, as reported by CBC.

By mid-July 2024, following his vanishing act, the AMF enforced stricter regulations and demanded the deletion of specific content from various social media platforms.

Officials are trying to understand if Mirshahi’s cryptocurrency transactions and regulatory complications might have played a role in his passing, as the specific reason behind it remains undisclosed by police at present.

Mirshahi’s death is Montreal’s 32nd homicide of 2024, per CBC.

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2024-11-21 11:28