Michael Schumacher's family was targeted in a blackmail attempt involving stolen medical records and personal data from his 2013 skiing accident. The prime suspect, Markus F., a former security guard with a history of fraud, allegedly stole two hard drives containing 1,500 files and enlisted the help of Yilmaz T., a bouncer, to demand $15 million from the family. Yilmaz T.'s son, Daniel L., was also implicated but is considered an accomplice. The motive appears to be financial, as Markus F. was in debt and sought to sell the stolen data for profit. German and Swiss authorities arrested the suspects, and the case has revealed how the Schumacher family has fiercely protected Michael's privacy during his recovery.