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YnetSecurity

14-Year-Old From Central Israel Charged With Extortion and Threats on TikTok

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Hebrew · 4 newsrooms covering

A 14-year-old boy from central Israel is charged with extorting two teens on TikTok by demanding payment for protection and threatening harm. He was arrested and faces a serious indictment.

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  • A 14-year-old from central Israel extorted two teens via TikTok.
  • He demanded payment and clothing in exchange for "protection."
  • Threatened physical harm if victims did not comply.
  • Victims' parents reported suspicious messages to police.
  • The suspect was arrested Wednesday and faces a serious indictment soon.

A 14-year-old boy from central Israel is facing serious charges of extortion and threats against two other teenagers via TikTok. The case came to light earlier this month when the victims' parents noticed suspicious communications and reported them to the police. According to the investigation, the suspect demanded payment from the victims in exchange for "protection," threatening physical harm if they refused to comply. The victims partially paid the demanded sums and were also asked to provide clothing. The suspect was arrested on Wednesday, and a severe indictment is expected to be filed against him in the coming days.

YnetCentre · Rishon LeZion

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