Ross Ulbricht Completes Ten Years in Prison for Silk Road
Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the darknet marketplace Silk Road, announced via his X (formerly Twitter) account that he has completed ten years in prison. In 2013, Ulbricht was arrested and sentenced to two life imprisonment terms for his involvement in creating and operating Silk Road, an illegal online platform that resulted in the seizure of billions of dollars worth of Bitcoin.
Ross Ulbricht Takes Sole Responsibility for Silk Road
On October 1, Ross Ulbricht revealed on X (formerly Twitter) that he has spent a full ten years in prison. His family transcribed his thoughts as he cannot access the internet in prison. Ulbricht expressed his fears about the possibility of never being released from incarceration, stating, “Today ends a full decade in prison. I sometimes fear I’ll spend the rest of my life behind concrete walls and locked doors.”
Supporters on X responded with positive comments, believing that Ulbricht has learned from his time in prison and that his punishment does not match the crime.
Ulbricht’s Mother Affirms His Good Intentions
In an exclusive interview with BeInCrypto in October 2022, Lyn Ulbricht, Ross Ulbricht’s mother, emphasized her son’s good intentions. She explained that he wanted to solve problems and make the world a better place through Silk Road and Bitcoin. However, she acknowledged that Silk Road eventually became a hub for criminal activities.
Lyn Ulbricht also discussed the difficulties of having her son in prison and stated that she is dedicated to pursuing his rescue.
Hot Take: Ross Ulbricht Reflects on Ten Years Behind Bars
Ross Ulbricht’s ten years in prison for his involvement in Silk Road have come to an end. While he expresses fears of spending the rest of his life incarcerated, supporters believe that his punishment does not align with the severity of his crimes. Ulbricht’s mother continues to advocate for his release, emphasizing his good intentions and desire to make a positive impact. As Ulbricht reflects on his time behind bars, the legacy of Silk Road and its impact on the cryptocurrency industry remains significant.
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