UK online grooming crimes hit a record 7,062 in 2023-24, prompting calls for stronger safety measures.

Online grooming crimes in the UK reached a record high in 2023-24, with 7,062 offenses reported, marking an 89% increase since 2017-18. Snapchat was involved in nearly half of these cases. The NSPCC has called for stronger measures under the Online Safety Act to focus on preventing abuse through social media design. They also urged the government to enhance efforts to combat child sexual abuse in private messages as tech companies prepare to comply with new regulations starting in December.

October 31, 2024
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