Russian man linked to deadly London hospitals hack arrested in Germany

German police have detained a 28-year-old Russian, Vladimir K., suspected of being a core member of the Qilin gang behind the 2024 Synnovis hack that disrupted London hospitals. The attack, linked to a patient's death, disrupted over 10,000 appointments; Qilin has extorted more than $140m from 4,000+ victims since 2024.

• 28-year-old Russian Vladimir K. detained as suspected core member of Qilin gang
• June 2024 Synnovis hack disrupted London hospitals and was linked to a patient's death
• Qilin has hit over 4,000 organisations and extorted more than $140m since 2024
• British police are examining whether the case could become an unlawful killing inquiry