Key Figure in Bitcoin Laundering Case Sentenced to Over 11 Years

According to BlockBeats, Qian Zhimin, the main perpetrator in a case involving the laundering of 60,000 BTC, has been sentenced to 11 years and 8 months by the Southwark Crown Court in the UK. Having been in custody since April 23, 2024, approximately 18 months of her sentence will be deducted. Under the UK's 'halfway automatic release' rule, offenders can transition to community supervision after serving half their sentence. Based on this, Qian is expected to be released in late February 2030. Additionally, Qian will be subject to a Serious Crime Prevention Order (SCPO) for five years, effective upon her release. Analysts note that while the sentencing concludes the criminal aspect of the case, the complex issue of how to handle the 60,000 bitcoins remains unresolved.