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Teenager killed himself after being caught in sextortion blackmail scam run by African crime ring
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Sextortion scams often involve fraudsters creating fake online personas to gain the trust of their victims, before coercing them into sharing intimate content that can be used for blackmail. These types of scams can have devastating consequences, as victims may feel ashamed or trapped, and can be particularly damaging for young people who may be more vulnerable to online manipulation. The use of fake dating sites and social media profiles is a common tactic used by scammers to target unsuspecting individuals.
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Daily Mail
Teenager killed himself after being caught in sextortion blackmail scam run by African crime ring
Cai Rhys Davies, 18, sent intimate pictures and videos to a woman posing as a would-be romantic interest on a fake dating site.
1 Jul, 10:59