The call from a 17-year-old boy illustrates the disturbing increase in financial sextortion among teenagers, as they become victims of online blackmail.
Childline has reported a rise in financial sextortion cases, with over 100 incidents recorded in the past year, highlighting its emotional toll on young victims.
Hipkiss expressed concern about the emotional impact on teenagers, who feel embarrassed and scared, fearing their intimate images will be shared with friends and family.
Childline's ‘Report Remove’ service supports victims by removing indecent images from the internet and preemptively blocks them through collaborations with major social media platforms.
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