FBI warns parents of rising 'sextortion' risk as Congress considers new law

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An Ohio teen died by suicide after an online predator blackmailed him. His story is now fueling a federal bill and an urgent warning for parents this school year.

CLEVELAND — EDITOR’S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org.

In 2022, 17-year-old James Woods of Streetsboro, Ohio, thought he was talking to a girl his age on Instagram. Within hours, the conversation turned to threats and blackma...

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