Online predators are targeting children on platforms like Telegram, Roblox, and TikTok, with agencies like CSIS and Winnipeg Police involved.
5 reports, 3 independent
Updated Jul 28
Gone quiet
- Reports
- 5
- Developments
- 2
- Repetition
- 80%
New informationRepeats or wire copies
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What happened
Online predators are targeting children on platforms like Telegram, Roblox, and TikTok, with agencies like CSIS and Winnipeg Police involved.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Attackers are observed to be shifting their targets from various gaming platforms to dedicated message applications.Sub-event
Online exploitation targeting children on specific platforms.1 source
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The entities involved
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Canadian Security Intelligence Service
Canadian intelligence agency
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Winnipeg Police Service
Police force for the Greater Winnipeg area
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Telegram
instant messaging service
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Roblox
multiplayer game creation platform
Related events
- Scammers are using social media platforms like YouTube and Facebook to recruit victims and funnel them into Telegram and WhatsApp groups, leading to official blacklisting by the NASC.
- Authorities in Poland are using online platforms such as Discord and Telegram for investigations.
- Encrypted services are organizing local takeovers while social media bans fuel youth unrest in London.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- kjct8.comRoblox age restrictions, CSPD internet safety tips ahead of back-to-school
- fox17.com
- cbc.ca