Crossword King Arrested for Cyber Crime

Breaking News: New York Times Crossword Solver Arrested for Alleged Cheating Scandal

New York, NY — May 16, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a prominent online figure known as 'Crossword King' has been arrested on charges of hacking into The New York Times crossword puzzle database to obtain and distribute answers before publication.

The suspect, identified as 32-year-old programmer Ethan Caldwell, allegedly created a bot that exploited a vulnerability in the NYT’s crossword submission system, allowing him to access solutions up to 24 hours in advance. Authorities claim Caldwell then distributed the answers through a subscription-based Discord server, where members paid up to $50 per month for early access.

'This wasn’t just about cheating—it was a sophisticated cybercrime that undermined the integrity of one of the world’s most beloved puzzles,' said NYPD Cyber Division Chief Lisa Monroe.

The New York Times released a statement confirming the breach and assuring subscribers that their systems have since been secured. 'We take crossword cheating very seriously,' said a spokesperson. 'Millions of solvers play fair every day, and we won’t let bad actors spoil the fun.'

The scandal has sent shockwaves through the crossword community, with top puzzlers expressing outrage. 'Where’s the honor in looking up answers?' said eight-time American Crossword Puzzle Tournament champion Tyler Hinman. 'Half the joy is the struggle!'

Caldwell, who reportedly earned over $200,000 from his scheme, faces charges of fraud, unauthorized computer access, and—in a humorous twist—possession of 'stolen intellectual property in the form of 15-letter words.'

As the case unfolds, crossword enthusiasts are left wondering: Was this a high-tech heist… or just the world’s nerdiest crime?

Stay tuned for updates.

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