In a significant federal case impacting public safety and organized crime, Adam Iza, 26, from California, was sentenced to 15 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Sarala V. Nagala in Hartford, Connecticut. The sentencing stems from Iza’s involvement in a violent kidnapping and attempted robbery of Bitcoin in Danbury, Connecticut, in August 2024. Alongside a period of imprisonment, Iza will also serve three years of supervised release following his incarceration.
On August 25, 2024, the Danbury Police apprehended six individuals from Florida linked to a violent carjacking of a Lamborghini Urus, which involved the kidnapping of two occupants. The victims were parents of a man implicated in a massive Bitcoin theft. Iza, as part of a coordinated effort, planned the robbery and assisted in the kidnapping with his alleged co-conspirators. Communications revealed that Iza directed logistics and funding for the operation through cellphone and encrypted messaging applications.
Iza’s legal troubles began earlier when he was charged with unrelated federal offenses in California. He pleaded guilty to conspiracy to interfere with commerce by robbery, a violation known as Hobbs Act robbery, in June 2026. His brother, Saif Faiq, also pleaded guilty to the same charges and is awaiting sentencing. Additionally, the six individuals involved in the carjacking have entered guilty pleas, while other co-conspirators are still facing trial.
The case has garnered attention due to its complex web of criminal activity that spans multiple states, including the District of Columbia, where law enforcement agencies remain vigilant in addressing organized crime and violent offenses. The FBI New Haven Violent Crimes Task Force, along with various local police departments, is actively investigating the matter. U.S. Attorney David X. Sullivan expressed gratitude to multiple U.S. Attorney’s Offices and local agencies for their collaboration in bringing the case to trial.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in combating organized crime and ensuring community safety across the region, including areas in Washington, DC. As investigations continue, officials urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to local authorities.
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