New Zealand high school warns parents of online predator extorting nude photos from teens.

Hutt Valley High School in New Zealand has issued a warning to parents about an online predator targeting teens through fake social media profiles. The predator encourages students to send nude photos and then extorts them for money, threatening to expose the images. Principal Denise Johnson provided guidance for parents on responding to potential victimization. Netsafe's Sean Lyons reported an 88% rise in sextortion cases in New Zealand since 2019.

October 23, 2024
4 Articles