Although cryptocurrency phenomenon Ben “BitBoy” Armstrong was released on $2,600 bail, he has not yet fully recovered from the charges.
Crypto influencer Ben “BitBoy” Armstrong was released on bail approximately 8 hours after being taken into custody by Gwinnett County police for loitering and simple assault. It was reported that BitBoy spent the night in prison and was tried on two charges after his arrest. The crypto influencer, who was detained while livestreaming outside a former colleague’s home on September 25, spent just over 8 hours in a cell, according to Georgia’s Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office.
His mug shot became a trending topic!
The crypto influencer was released on bail, but was sentenced to $2,600 bond and $40 in fees on charges of “loitering/prowling” and “simple assault by intimidating another.”
Following his release, BitBoy mocked his sentence, saying: “My name is Ben and I am a slacker. “I worked in the slammer for exactly 8 hours.” Under the penal system in Georgia, BitBoy’s current situation includes a fine of up to $1,000 and a prison sentence of up to one year. All eyes are on the phenomenon that has been released for now.
Upon his release, Armstrong mocked his sentence, saying: “My name is Ben and I’m a slacker. “I worked in the slammer for exactly 8 hours.” A few hours later, on September 27, she shared, “I’m taking a week off from social media,” before adding, “No, not because of the memes.” BitBoy’s mugshot was one of the most talked about topics.
— db (@tier10k) September 26, 2023
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