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There’s a growing threat of sextortion targeting children and teens, TBI warns. Here’s how to keep your kids safe.
By Caleb Wethington at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is warning parents and caregivers about the growing threat of financially motivated sextortion targeting children and teens.The warning comes after the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children reported more than 50,000 cases ...
Key takeaway The warning comes after the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children reported more than 50,000 cases of financially motivated sextortion in 2025, averaging 137 reports per day.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is warning parents and caregivers about the growing threat of financially motivated sextortion targeting children and teens.The warning comes after the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children reported more than 50,000 cases ...
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