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Young Suspects Arrested in £300M Ransomware Attacks

7/10/2025

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Four young suspects, aged 17 to 20, have been apprehended for their roles in devastating cyberattacks on M&S and the Co-op that started in April. These ransomware assaults led to a staggering £300 million in losses for M&S, with sensitive data stolen. Authorities are still working to uncover the full extent of the operation and all involved.

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Story summary

Four young suspects, aged 17 to 20, have been apprehended for their roles in devastating cyberattacks on M&S and the Co-op that started in April. These ransomware assaults led to a staggering £300 million in losses for M&S, with sensitive data stolen. Authorities are still working to uncover the full extent of the operation and all involved.