The FBI has arrested a California man, Derrick Callella, charging him for transmitting a demand for ransom in interstate commerce, and without disclosing his identity, utilizing a telecommunications device with the intent to abuse, threaten, or harass a person.
The 42-year-old Callella, is accused of sending the Guthrie family a hoax ransom letter.
He’s accused of sending Guthrie’s daughter and son-in-law a text which read, “Did you get the Bitcoin were [sic] waiting on our end for the transaction.”
“The Department of Justice will protect victims and families at all costs, and grief profiteers will be held accountable,” said U.S. Attorney Timothy Courchaine. “This case came together in under 24 hours because of the coordinated work of the FBI, local law enforcement and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California.”
“To those imposters who are trying to take advantage and profit from this situation – we will investigate and ensure you are held accountable for your actions,” said FBI Phoenix Special Agent in Charge Heith Janke.
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