15. Pac-Man
Summary
This episode investigates how OneCoin victims, led by Jen McAdam, pursued a group claim against Ruja Ignatova and associates to recover stolen funds. The team uncovers evidence linking Ruja to a London penthouse and other assets, while also examining the role of money movers like Christopher Hamilton. After securing litigation funding, the lawyers obtain a worldwide freezing order against eight individuals, marking a pivotal shift from being chased to actively pursuing the recovery of assets for hundreds of investors.
Topics discussed
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Introduction to the Kensington penthouse mystery
Victim Jen McCadam and the use of shell companies
Police investigation and attempts to identify ownership
Reflection on assets remaining in London
Episode title card: The Missing Crypto Queen
Mishcon de Rea offers a group claim solution
Explanation of the group claim and asset freezing
Litigation funding by Galactic and Alan Silver
Daniel from Uganda and the loss of life savings
No win no fee assurance and steering committee formation
Investors sign up and Jen's guilt over friends
Scale of UK crypto losses and the challenge ahead
Interview with the former porter and email evidence
Publishing the story and expanding the asset list
Interview with Christopher Hamilton on money laundering
The logistical challenges for victims and lawyers
Tragedy: Jen's friend Eileen passes away
High court hearing and granting of freezing orders
Victims' reaction and the Pac-Man metaphor
Teaser for the next episode's injustice
Credits and production team
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