Former LA deputy jailed in crypto case

• A former Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been sentenced for lying during a federal investigation.
• The case is linked to a crypto-related extortion scheme involving Adam Iza.
• Federal prosecutors said the sentence reflects efforts to hold public officials accountable.

A former Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy has been sentenced to prison for lying to federal investigators in a crypto-related extortion case involving Adam Iza.

Prosecutors said the former deputy gave false statements during an investigation into the alleged scheme.

"Public officials who abuse their position will be held accountable," prosecutors said.

Authorities alleged the case involved intimidation, unlawful searches and attempts to obtain cryptocurrency from victims.

Adam Iza faces separate federal charges, including allegations of fraud, extortion and tax offences, which remain before the courts.

Federal investigators said the case highlights the growing use of cryptocurrency in complex financial crime investigations.

The sentencing is part of a broader federal effort to prosecute people accused of using law enforcement authority to support criminal activity.