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Richard Heart (HEX/PulseChain) Arrested by Interpol in Turkey

Interpol has detained Richard Heart (Richard Schueler), founder of HEX and PulseChain, in Turkey, with authorities reportedly seizing substantial assets; creditors and victims are being called to come forward.

What we know

An account on X responded 'Good riddance' to the news that Interpol arrested HEX and PulseChain founder Richard Heart in Turkey. Bankruptcy claims attorney another account on X immediately issued an 'APB' calling for potential victims and creditors of Richard Heart / HEX / PulseChain / PulseX to come forward, noting that substantial assets have reportedly been seized and there may be an opportunity for recovery.

How the story developed

14 Oct · 21:34 UTC

Interpol has detained Richard Heart (Richard Schueler), founder of HEX and PulseChain, in Turkey, with authorities reportedly seizing substantial assets; creditors and victims are being called to come forward.

14 Oct · 18:34 UTC

HEX and PulseChain founder Richard Heart has been arrested in Turkey by Interpol, reigniting questions about the fate of those ecosystems.

14 Oct · 16:33 UTC

HEX and PulseChain founder Richard Heart (Richard James Schueler) was arrested by Turkish authorities in a joint intelligence operation, with $600,000 cash and weapons seized. Crypto Twitter reaction has been largely celebratory.

14 Oct · 15:33 UTC

Crypto figure Richard Heart was detained in a dawn raid in Istanbul under an Interpol Red Notice, facing charges of international crypto fraud, tax fraud, and assault. Turkish authorities seized cash, 64 luxury watches, firearms, and electronics.

14 Oct · 14:34 UTC

Richard Heart, the controversial founder of HEX and PulseChain, was arrested by Turkish Interpol in Istanbul — one of the most-discussed crypto events across all feeds this hour.

14 Oct · 13:33 UTC

Richard Heart, HEX/PulseChain founder and subject of an INTERPOL red notice, was arrested by Turkish National Intelligence and Istanbul Police. Authorities seized $4M in cash and 64 luxury watches.

By the Global Eye 24 desk, with AI assistance. Updated as the story develops. Spot an error? Write to corrections@globaleye24.com.