The Darknets Dumbest Market Admin: Incognito “Pharoah” Arrested
The Darknets Dumbest Market Admin: Incognito “Pharoah” Arrested A Taiwanese man was arrested on May 18 at John F. Kennedy Airport for allegedly operating Incognito Market. The darknet marketplace is responsible for over $100 million in illegal drug sales and extorting its user base even further after an exit scam. “Pharoah” could face life in prison for his involvement in narcotics conspiracy, money laundering, and selling adulterated medication. Key Insights A man by the name of Rui-Siang Lin, also known as “Pharoah,” is accused of operating Incognito Market. Incognito Market was a darknet drug marketplace active from October 2020 to March 2024. The marketplace facilitated over $100 million in illegal drug sales globally. Lin was arrested on May 18 at John F. Kennedy Airport and will be presented in Manhattan federal court before U.S. Magistrate Judge Willis. Incognito Market facilitated the sale of drugs like cocaine, methamphetamines, heroin, LSD, ...
