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Israeli Man Poses as Teen to Exploit Girls in WhatsApp Groups, Faces Multiple Charges

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First reported by Now 14 · Jul 8, 2026

What happened

A 46-year-old man from Nesher is accused of posing as a teenage boy to exploit girls aged 8 to 11 in WhatsApp groups, coercing them into sending nude photos and distributing the content. Police investigations linked him to multiple victims and ongoing abuse over several months. Authorities warn parents to monitor children's online activity closely.

01A 46-year-old man from Nesher impersonated a 15-year-old to exploit girls aged 8-11 in WhatsApp groups.
02He coerced at least nine girls to send nude photos and allegedly raped a 9-year-old girl.
03Police linked the suspect to dozens of victims and found he distributed the illicit content.
04The suspect joined groups focused on 'Squishy' toys after contacting a girl via TikTok.
05Investigators seized his phone, revealing involvement in multiple groups and ongoing abuse for three months.
06Authorities urge parents to monitor children's phones and discuss online safety regularly.

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