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Richard Schueler, also known as Richard Heart, is wanted by Interpol for alleged tax fraud and assault. Finnish authorities are spearheading efforts to locate and detain him.
What Is a Red Notice?
A Red Notice is a global request from Interpol for law enforcement to find and provisionally arrest someone for extradition.* While not an international arrest warrant, it signals serious charges.
Allegations and Timeline
Schueler is accused of evading taxes between 2020 and 2024 and assaulting a 16-year-old by dragging them by their hair and knocking them down. Finnish authorities issued a remand order in September 2024, citing mismatched income reports.
Social Media Presence Amid Legal Issues
Despite the allegations, Schueler remains active on social media. He recently highlighted raising $27 million for medical research, indirectly addressing critics.
Ongoing SEC Crypto Lawsuit
Schueler also faces a lawsuit from the SEC in the U.S., which accuses him of raising over $1 billion through unregistered crypto offerings, including Hex, PulseChain, and PulseX. The SEC opposes his motion to dismiss, claiming he misled investors with promises of substantial returns.
*Red Notice: A formal Interpol alert requesting global law enforcement cooperation to locate and detain a suspect for extradition.
