Feb. 14, 2025

How a UNC student fell victim to financial "sextortion"

How a UNC student fell victim to financial "sextortion"
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How a UNC student fell victim to financial "sextortion"
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If your child is old enough to be online, they're old enough to be taken advantage of by criminals. The FBI is warning of a rise in what's known as financial "sextortion." In the last few months, at least two UNC students were victims. WRAL Investigates Reporter Sarah Krueger spoke with one of those students. She shares his story and the efforts to protect others.