Grumpy Gits Show
SEXUAL EXTORTION
The rise of sextortion has been rapid over the last few years. We talk to Brandon Guffey, father of Gavin Guffey, who tragically took his own life after being extorted online after sending pictures, not realising who he was actually speaking with.
FBI warns of companies exploiting sextortion victims for profit
For-profit companies reportedly linked to sextortion activity are targeting victims using various deceptive tactics to pressure them into paying for “assistance” services provided by non-profit agencies and law enforcement for free, the FBI warns.
HSI & FBI: Financial ‘sextortion’ schemes targeting minors climbs, primarily teen boys
In 2022, there were 7,000 reports related to the online financial sextortion of minors and at least 3,000 victims. So, what’s being done to ensure perpetrators face justice?
Web Of Make Believe
Several women recall their harrowing experiences with one man’s heinous attempts at virtual blackmail, aimed at obtaining sensitive sexual material.
Gavin’s Bill passes through Judiciary Full Committee
So…….Gavin’s bill passed through Judiciary full committee today but completely rewritten. I am more excited about this than the previous bill. This is the creation of going to multiple people from multiple parties and different views. This is the way politics should be.
Wheelin’ On The Rock
Wheelin on the rock festival in rock hill sc. Inaugural event for the <3 foundation raising awareness for Teen Sextortion & Mental Health.
Father of South Carolina sextortion victim aims to increase penalties
A state lawmaker from South Carolina is now on a mission to educate other parents about the dangers of sextortion.
SC Lawmaker Pushes Bill To Crack Down On Sextortion After Son’s Death
Since this year’s legislative session began in January, Rep. Brandon Guffey, a Republican from York County, has fastened a black lapel pin to his suit jacket every day. On it is a symbol: <3, how someone might send a heart via text message, especially in the pre-emoji world. “It’s the text my son sent out […]
Our Founder Sits Down With PEOPLE.COM
His Son, 17, Was Sextortion Victim, Then Died by Suicide. Now, S.C. Dad Protects Other Kids from Same Fate
CNN: A South Carolina Lawmaker is Suing Instagram
In the suit, Guffey says Meta does not have tools in place to protect underage kids who use its platforms in “almost every aspect of their lives” and are unaware of its potentially negative effects