8,000 sextortion cases reported in UK last year, NCA plans to categorize as financially-motivated sexual exploitation.
Sextortion, a rising form of blackmail in the UK, involves threats to share intimate images, leaving victims isolated and in despair. Reports indicate a surge, with nearly 8,000 cases logged last year and over 18,000 since the pandemic began. The National Crime Agency plans to categorize sextortion as financially-motivated sexual exploitation, aiming to improve tracking and support for victims. They advise against paying ransoms and engaging with perpetrators.
September 12, 2024
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