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Home  /  World  /  The US  /  Viral ‘Hawk Tuah girl’ Hailey Welch could be arrested for ‘crypto scam’. Here’s why

Viral ‘Hawk Tuah girl’ Hailey Welch could be arrested for ‘crypto scam’. Here’s why

by Siddhi Vinayak Misra
December 6, 2024
in Money, The US, World
Reading Time: 3 mins read
Viral 'Hawk Tuah girl' Hailey Welch could be arrested for ‘crypto scam’. Here's why

Viral meme star’s $HAWK token sparks investor outrage and legal scrutiny

Hailey Welch, catapulted to internet fame by her viral “Hawk Tuah” meme, now finds herself at the center of a cryptocurrency controversy that could potentially lead to legal repercussions.

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The meteoric rise and sudden crash

The cryptocurrency token $HAWK, launched on the Solana blockchain, experienced a dramatic trajectory that has raised serious red flags in the crypto community. Within moments of its debut, the token reached an impressive $500 million valuation, only to plummet to below $60 million in a matter of minutes.

Prominent law firm Burwick Law has announced its intention to represent investors affected by the token’s collapse. “We are representing clients in matters related to $HAWK,” the firm posted on X (formerly Twitter), signaling potential legal action against Welch and her team.

Hawk Tuah girl, aka Haliey Welch, is facing lawsuits as a law firm steps in to assist victims who lost millions in the memecoin she launched yesterday 👀 pic.twitter.com/YTNV0PZ2GD

— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) December 5, 2024

Welch and her management have vehemently denied any intentional wrongdoing. Her manager attempted to distance the project from potential securities law violations, stating, “We don’t want to break securities laws. We would say that we’re almost, like, tokenizing, in a sense, Hailey’s fan base.”

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Welch herself took to social media to defend the project, claiming, “Team hasn’t sold one token, and not 1 KOL was given 1 free token. We tried to stop snipers as best we could through high fees in the start of launch.”

Public reaction and accusations

Social media has been ablaze with criticism, with many calling for accountability. Comments range from demands for legal action to cynical remarks about celebrity-driven crypto ventures.

“Justice for Hawk Tuah scammed. She deserves some jail time to make an example and show other celebs not to abuse their followers,” one user commented. Another suggested the incident might be more complex, noting, “frankly I don’t think she knew wtf was going on, her Dev/team took advantage now she’s taking the heat.”

Potential legal implications

While the full legal ramifications remain unclear, the rapid collapse of the $HAWK token has raised serious questions about the legitimacy of the project. Experts suggest that the dramatic price fluctuation and the subsequent investor losses could potentially trigger investigations into securities fraud or market manipulation.

The broader context

This incident highlights the ongoing risks in the cryptocurrency market, particularly with meme-based tokens that leverage celebrity influence. It serves as a cautionary tale for investors and underscores the importance of due diligence in crypto investments.

As the situation develops, all eyes are on Hailey Welch and her team, with many wondering whether this viral sensation will face legal consequences or fade from public memory as quickly as she rose to fame.

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