Blackmail
Extortion is a dangerous crime where individuals are threatened for financial gain or other unfair advantages. Protecting yourself from such tactics requires awareness and immediate reporting. One concerning trend is online blackmail where advertisers, feeling slighted, threaten to publicly release personal data and photos of those they have contacted unless a “penalty” is paid. This can leave victims feeling incredibly vulnerable.
If you receive a blackmail attempt, act quickly. The first steps should always be to file a formal complaint with the police or relevant authorities while also seeking help by contacting us. Be sure to gather and provide all related evidence, including the phone number of the blackmailer, the advertisement link you engaged with, screenshots of your conversations, and any other information that could aid in identifying the perpetrator.