A second suspect has surrendered in a shocking case involving the alleged kidnapping and torture of an Italian man in a luxury New York City townhouse. William Duplessie, a business partner of the first suspect, John Woeltz, turned himself in to the NYPD’s Major Case Squad on Tuesday. Police sources indicate that Duplessie is expected to face charges similar to those against Woeltz, including kidnapping, assault, and unlawful imprisonment.

The case centers around the alleged victim, Michael Valentino Teofrasto Carturan, who was reportedly held captive for over two weeks. Carturan, 28, arrived in New York from Italy on May 6 and was lured to Woeltz's SoHo apartment. Once there, Woeltz, 37, allegedly confiscated Carturan's passport and electronic devices, demanding access to his Bitcoin account.

According to police reports, when Carturan refused to provide his Bitcoin password, the situation escalated into a horrific ordeal. Woeltz and Duplessie are accused of torturing Carturan, using electric shocks, pistol-whipping, and even hanging him off a ledge while threatening his life. The criminal complaint details that the victim was bound, beaten, and subjected to various forms of physical abuse.

After enduring 17 days of torture, Carturan managed to escape on Friday. He flagged down a traffic enforcement officer, who helped him get medical attention. Upon police arrival at the townhouse, they discovered disturbing evidence, including Polaroid photos of Carturan being tortured and various torture implements. A firearm was also recovered from the scene.

Woeltz was arrested last week and has been held without bail. He appeared in court on Saturday but did not enter a plea. His attorney declined to comment on the case. Duplessie's involvement in the alleged crimes remains under investigation, and his attorneys have also refrained from making public statements.

The relationship between the three men was reportedly tumultuous, stemming from a failed Bitcoin venture. Sources suggest that the dynamics among them had been complex, with previous instances of conflict but not to the same violent extent.

As the investigation continues, authorities are piecing together the details of this disturbing case, which has drawn significant media attention due to its shocking nature and the high-profile backgrounds of those involved.