I never expected them to suddenly demand a $1,480 “regulatory clearance uplift fee”

Although I initially trusted Henchman Trades due to its smooth interface and fast deposits, the moment I attempted a withdrawal. They claimed the fee was mandatory because my funds had “entered the compliance cycle,” something they never mentioned before. When I asked for official documentation, all they provided were vague statements about “regulatory synchronization.” Nothing was clear, and their explanations contradicted earlier support messages. The shift in tone—from supportive to evasive—revealed everything. They weren’t trying to verify anything; they were trying to stall. The longer I questioned them, the more aggressive they became, insisting I pay immediately to “avoid extended review delays.” It’s obvious now this was never about compliance. It was about creating artificial barriers so withdrawals never happen. Everything points to a calculated scam operation.