justice Australia
Australian children targeted by 764-linked online exploitation networks
1.7Mchildren
About 1,700,000 Australian children aged 6 to 13 use Roblox.
An ABC investigation reports that Australian children have been coerced into self-harm and other abusive acts by people linked to online groups including 764. Police and regulators are investigating the networks and urging stronger protection on gaming and messaging platforms.
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- 1.7Mchildren
About 1,700,000 Australian children aged 6 to 13 use Roblox.
“Around 1.7 million Australian children aged between 6 and 13 use the online gaming platform.”
- 19referrals
Western Australian police received 19 referrals connected to cases like Emma's during the previous 18 months.
“Emma's case is among 19 referrals made to the WA Police Force (WAPF) cybercrime squad in the past 18 months.”
- 80years
Bradley Cadenhead is serving an 80-year prison term.
“Bradley Cadenhead was 15 at the time and is currently serving an 80-year prison term.”