Police officers arresting a man in a bathrobe.
Share this @internewscast.com

A cryptocurrency enthusiast accused of torturing an Italian millionaire with a chainsaw turned on his accomplice and pleaded to contact his mother soon after being apprehended.

John Woeltz, 37, was dragged out of his luxury New York apartment by cops back in May.

Police officers arresting a man in a bathrobe.
New York police officers arrest John WoeltzCredit: AP
John Woeltz at his arraignment.
John Woeltz appears for arraignment in Manhattan Criminal CourtCredit: Reuters
NYPD vehicle outside a building where a man was allegedly kidnapped and tortured.
He quickly gave up the name of his associate William Duplessie that afternoonCredit: ABC 7
Exterior of a brick building with crime scene tape and stairs, showing the location where a man was allegedly kidnapped and tortured.
Woeltz had allegedly been sadistically torturing the captiveCredit: ABC 7

It came after the victim was reportedly able to escape the $40,000-a-month apartment on Prince Street.

The victim had told investigators he was Woeltz’s former partner, but their relationship had soured and he had gone back to Italy.

However, newly released court documents have exposed the dramatic consequences following the crypto enthusiast’s arrest – which involved him being pulled out of his residence barefoot and dressed in a bathrobe.

Woeltz, originally from Kentucky, quickly gave up the name of his associate William Duplessie that afternoon, the New York Post has reported.

He told a detective: “My partner is William Duplessie. We have attorneys but I don’t know them.”

According to Manhattan Supreme Court papers, Woeltz added: “He’s from here, he’s from New York.

“We live in the same house. Yes, he wasn’t there this morning.”

The documents further show him turning down officers’ offer of free pizza and bragging that he had “detective friends”.

The crypto bro repeatedly asked to speak to his lawyer, and then asked to talk to his mother.

While being interviewed by a detective, he said: “I’d love a lawyer, or phone call, or something, but thank you, no pizza.

Inside France’s brutal crypto crime wave with chopped off fingers, delivery van street kidnaps & £10million ransoms

“I’d love to understand why I’m here.

“I’ve been here so many hours, I haven’t been able to call a lawyer or my detective friends, I’ve been able to call nobody.”

A few minutes after his, he revealed the name of his partner and asked for an attorney.

He reportedly begged: “Can I get a phone call? Call my mom, and she can write it down.

His arrest came after the Italian millionaire managed to escape from the apartment.

Woeltz had allegedly been sadistically torturing the captive.

According to investigators, he tied up the victim with electrical cords and used electrocutions to torture him.

He also allegedly tased him with his feet in water and threatened to cut his limbs off with a chainsaw.

Woeltz even reportedly took Polaroids of the victim being tortured, according to cops.

He was charged with two counts of assault, kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment and criminal possession of a firearm.

The court records further show that Woeltz told officers he was confused why he had been taken in.

He said: “I don’t know what triggered you all coming out here but I know it sucks.”

Woeltz further said he had been sleeping when cops stormed his apartment and that he worked in “cybersecurity”.

A man accused of kidnapping and torturing an Italian man is led away in handcuffs.
The crypto investor allegedly tortured a captive Italian with a chainsawCredit: ABC 7
John Woeltz, accused of kidnapping and torturing an Italian man, being led away in handcuffs.
He was charged with two counts of assault, kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment and criminal possession of a firearmCredit: ABC 7
Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Surgeon ex-husband extradited to Ohio in slaying of dentist and wife

Surgeon Charged in Double Homicide Shows No Emotion During Booking – Watch the Unsettling Footage

In newly surfaced video footage, Fox News Digital offers a glimpse into…
Trump Wants No Changes to Government Funding Bill

Trump Advocates for Status Quo in Government Funding Legislation

President Donald Trump announced on Monday his desire to maintain the integrity…
Trump admin labels Israel 'model US ally' ahead of major military aid talks

Trump Administration Hails Israel as ‘Model Ally’ Amid Crucial Military Aid Negotiations

Last week, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth unveiled the 2026 National Defense…
Savannah Guthrie's mother reported missing from Arizona home, authorities say

Urgent Search Underway: Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Missing from Arizona Residence

Authorities are currently unsure whether foul play is involved in her disappearance,…
Former Chicago Police Department chief of detectives calls Mayor Brandon Johnson order on feds political theater

Former Chicago Police Chief of Detectives Criticizes Mayor Johnson’s Federal Directive as Political Theater

This past weekend, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson took a significant step by…
UN faces severe cash crisis as Trump admin ramps up pressure on world body

UN Confronts Significant Financial Challenges Amid Increased Pressure from Trump Administration

As the Trump administration continues to cut funding and withdraw from various…
Emmy-winning 'The Simpsons' writer Dan McGrath dies at 61

Three Dog Night Co-Founder Chuck Negron Passes Away at 83

Chuck Negron, the distinctive voice behind several iconic tracks such as “Joy…
Boil order in effect in Dixmoor as water main break fixed at 139th between Dixie Highway and Thornton Road

Dixmoor Boil Order Issued After Water Main Break Repair at 139th & Dixie Highway

In the early hours of Monday morning, residents of south suburban Dixmoor,…
Grammys: Trump Threatens to Sue ‘Total Loser’ Trevor Noah After He Said President Visited Epstein Island with Bill Clinton

Former President Trump Considers Legal Action Against Trevor Noah Following Claims of Epstein Island Visit

Former President Donald Trump has issued a threat of legal action against…
Rand Paul says trust in Trump admin 'broken' after Minnesota shooting of Alex Pretti

Senator Rand Paul Criticizes Trust in Trump Administration Following Minnesota Shooting of Alex Pretti

Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky has openly acknowledged a significant loss of…
Lane Bryant shooting: Tinley Park murders of 5 women remain unsolved 18 years later

Unresolved Tragedy: Tinley Park’s Lane Bryant Murders Still a Mystery After 18 Years

This Monday marked the somber 18th anniversary of a tragic event that…
Viral video: couple's snowy dance in downtown Raleigh captures hearts

Charming Dance in Raleigh’s Snowy Streets Becomes Internet Sensation

RALEIGH, N.C. — A couple has become the talk of the town…