'I have your nudes and everything to ruin your life': The cyber-scammers targeting teenagers

Published: 10/5/2025
'I have your nudes and everything to ruin your life': The cyber-scammers targeting teenagers
US teenager Evan Boettler tragically took his own life after being targeted by cyber-scammers using sextortion, a fast-growing online crime. Scammers in Nigeria, organized in groups like "Hustle Kingdoms," target vulnerable teens, exploiting their fears of intimate images being shared. Despite efforts by platforms like Meta and the FBI, the scale of sextortion remains a significant concern. Parents like Evan's advocate for better protection for young users online to prevent similar tragedies.