Elgin OPP are investigating an internet extortion incident involving the sharing of explicit photos.
The victim met an unknown female online and explicit pictures were shared with this individual.
The female then demanded money or the pictures would be shared on social media platforms and with the victim’s family and contacts.
OPP Const. Ed Sanchuk stresses people need to realize the long- and short-term dangers when requests are made to send out sexually explicit photographs or videos.
Elgin OPP are continuing with their investigation.
Written by: Ian McCallum
