The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism as it reports on critical issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and tech accountability. Specifically, it highlights the alarming surge in online sexual extortion, particularly among boys aged 14-17, who make up 90% of sextortion victims. The National Crime Agency has launched a campaign to raise awareness of this growing threat, targeting social media platforms where offenders often operate. The campaign aims to inform and protect young boys from the manipulative tactics used by organized crime groups based in countries like Nigeria and the Philippines.
Launched by the NCA, a major campaign aims to educate boys aged 15-17 on the dangers of sextortion, targeting organized crime groups manipulating victims online.
With 90% of sextortion victims being male, aged 14-17, the NCA highlights a shocking new trend in child exploitation that affects young boys profoundly.
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