A Canyon Country man has been taken into custody on allegations involving the possession of approximately $600K worth of stolen bitcoin-mining computers. According to a news release from the Los Angeles Police Department, Bryan Thola, aged 27, was arrested after computers used for mining bitcoin were found in his cargo van and a rented public storage unit. The computers are reported to have a combined value of $579,000. The news release, quoted by KTLA, states that Thola now faces a charge of receiving stolen property and was booked into the Van Nuys Jail.

While being released on his own recognizance, jail records did not reflect any upcoming court date for Thola. Found in the cargo van and a public storage unit, the LAPD highlighted that the investigation is actively ongoing. Information related to the case is sought by the LAPD's Commercial Crimes Division, who is handling the matter. Details provided by a news release from the LAPD urge those with information to contact the Commercial Crimes Division during standard operation hours.

Members of the public who may have insights into the theft are encouraged to come forward. Individuals can reach the LAPD at 213-486-5920 between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m., or on 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247) during non-business hours or over the weekends. Los Angeles Police Department's encouragement extends to anonymous reporters, suggesting contact with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through their website for those preferring to provide information without disclosing their identity.

Additionally, tips can be sent via text message by starting with the letters "LAPD" to the number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads), according to guidelines provided by the police department. The technology at the center of the arrest, which Thola was found possessing, underscores the highly valued and sometimes shadowy world of cryptocurrency mining, a landscape often interwoven with the risk of theft and illegal trade.